Events

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

Tacoma Fall Home and RV Show: Oct 4-7, Tacoma Dome, 2727 E. D St. Combined event highlights a multitude of products and ideas for the home and recreational vehicles. Exhibitors showcase latest offerings in furniture, appliances, decks, roofing, windows and more. Big inventory of the latest campers, travel trailers, fifth-wheels, motor homes and park models. Show hours: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Admission: $12 adults; children 16 and under. Discount coupons available www.otshows. Free parking. com. For more information, call 253-756-2121.

Outlaw Days at Mary Olson Farm: 1:15 and 2:45 p.m., Oct. 6-7, Mary Olson Farm, 28728 Green River Road, Auburn. Relive the days of old West outlaws with “Gentleman Desperado,” a new interactive theater experience by Seattle playwright Keri Healey. The event, sponsored by 4culture’s site specific projects, takes us back to 1902 when the Olson family was held hostage by notorious outlaw Harry Tracy. The theater experience takes place in vignettes throughout the farm, allowing guests to flow at their own pace; listening, watching and interacting with all of the outlaw action. Tickets: $5 adults, $3 seniors and children 12 and under. Purchase tickets at the festival or online at www.wrvmuseum.org.

Smore Than You Imagined: 6-8 p.m., Oct. 6, Game Farm Wilderness Park, 2401 Stuck River Road, Auburn. Unique outdoor event that is a nod to the City’s tagline. S’mores, a big band, storytelling by a bon fire. Free. For more information, call Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation at 253-931-3043.

Harvest Moon Open House: 1-4 p.m., Oct. 7, Wesley Homes Lea Hill, 32049 109th Place, Auburn. Free to the public. Try dishes prepared by our own Wesley Homes culinary team. Chat with Wesley Homes’ residents, staff and volunteers. Take a self-guided tour of the campus and scenic walking trails. See a variety of resident homes and available accommodations. Win prizes, featuring a three-day trip of your choice with Alki Tours. For more information, visit wesleyhomes.com.

Auburn Wedding Show: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Oct. 20; 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Oct. 21, Emerald Downs, 2300 Emerald Downs Drive. Free admission, free parking, free tote. Sponsored by Tents & Events Party Rentals, and Auburn Tourism Board. For more information, visit www.auburnwedding show.com.

Halloween Harvest Festival: 2-5 p.m., Oct. 27, Washington Elementary School, 20 E. St. NE, Auburn. Games, crafts, face painting, scary cookies and cauldrons of punch, costumes encouraged (toy weapons checked at door), downtown business trick or treating. Bring canned or boxed food to support the Auburn Food Bank. Free. Call 253-931-3043 for more information.

26th Veterans Day Marching Band Competition: 1-10 p.m., Nov. 10, Auburn Memorial Stadium, Troy Field, 800 4th St. NE. Hosted by the Auburn High School Band and Choir Parents. More than 30 of the finest high school marching bands from Washington, Oregon and Idaho compete in parade and field show competition. Tickets for all-day admission: $15 adults; $10 students (ages 6-18); $10 seniors (62 and older); $10 military with active ID; $15 college students. Proceeds benefit the Auburn High School Band and Choir programs. For more information, visit auburnveteransday.webs.com/

Benefits

The Auburn Youth Soccer Association, Rainier Valley Slammers FC: 6-11 p.m., Oct. 13, Green River Community College,  12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Money generated from AYSA’s primary fundraising event provide scholarships for player fees and help defray the cost of uniforms, fields and training for all AYSA players. AYSA and Slammers FC serve South King County boys and girls, ages 5 to 18. Each player and family is asked to participate by procuring items to be auctioned off. Local businesses can donate items to the cause as well. Donated items need to be to the club by Sept. 28. The public is invited. Tickets are $35. Your donation is tax deductible. AYSA Northwest is a non-profit organization. For more information, tickets or to donate an item, contact auction coordinator Heather Rowan at 72sandh95@gmail.com, or AYSA’s website is www.auburnyouthsoccer.net.

Fall Bazaar: 11 a.m., Oct. 21, White River Buddhist Temple, 3625 Auburn Way N. Featuring for sale: sushi, chicken teriyaki, curry, udon. You may dine in or take out. There also will be a bake sale, farm produce and handicrafts.

Waddell & Reed’s Oktoberfest: 4-9 p.m., Oct. 25, Truitt Building, 102 W. Main St., Auburn. Benefit for ACAP Child & Family Services in association with Auburn Youth Resources. Silent auction, free beer/wine tasting and brats, live music, prizes. Please RSVP by Oct. 22. Space limited. Call 253-474-9555.

Women’s self-defense seminar: 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Oct. 27, Karate Northwest, 2109 Auburn Way N., Suite D, Auburn. Black Tiger Tactical and Karate Northwest host. Proceeds benefit the Auburn Food Bank. All monies raised will be used to assist women and children in abusive living environments. $30 per person. Space limited. Required: Appropriate training clothing, footwear, towel and bottle of water. To register, please email tyler@blacktigertactical.tv

Faith

Mashujaa Day: 3 p.m., Oct. 20, 225 S. 288th St., Auburn. A prayer service dedicating Kenya to God to end violence and tribalism in that country.

Health

Cascade Regional Blood Center drives:  11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Oct. 20, GWTA, 1611 W. Valley Hwy S., Auburn; 111 a.m.-2 p.m., Oct. 31, Van Siclen, Stocks & Firkins – Attorney at Law, 721 45th St. NE, 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., Oct. 5, Boeing  (employees only), 700 15th St. SW, Auburn; 8-10 a.m., 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Oct. 9, West Auburn High School, 401 W. Main St.;  9-11 a.m., noon-3 p.m., Oct. 12, MultiCare Auburn Regional Medical Center, Plaza 1, 202 N. Division St.; 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Oct. 23, Mountainview High School, auxiliary gym, 28900 124th Ave. SE; 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Oct. 30, Jefferson High School, little gym, 4248 S 288th St.; 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Oct. 31, Auburn High School, The Pit, 800 4th St. NE; 9-11 a.m., noon-3 p.m., Nov. 1, Auburn City Hall, council chamber, 25 W. Main St.; 10 a.m.-noon, 1-4 p.m., Nov. 10, SuperMall, bus by Burlington Coat Factory, 1101 Supermall Way. For more information, call 253-945-8667 or please visit www.psbc.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.

Auburn Morning Toastmasters: Meet every Thursday morning, 6:30-7:30, Rainbow Cafe, 112 E. Main St., Auburn.  Learn the fine art of communication and public speaking in a friendly supportive atmosphere.  Sept. 27 program: Gerald A. McBreen will speak on the high cost of gas and what we can do to fight back. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call 253-735-1751.

Libraries

Auburn Library, 1102 Auburn Way S. 253- 931-3018.  Library events include:

CHILDREN & FAMILIES

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.

Monday Morning Story Time: 10:15 a.m., Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29. Ages 2 to 6 with adult, siblings welcome. Explore Early Literacy through stories, songs, finger plays and action rhymes.

Wacky Wednesday Story Times: 10:15 a.m.,  Oct. 10, 24, 31. Ages 3 to 6. Preschoolers will be hopping and celebrating stories, alphabet letters, and creative activities in this half hour program.

Spanish Story Time: 6:30 p.m., Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29. Stories, rhymes, felt stories and more for the family.

Bouncing Baby Story Times: 10:15 a.m., Oct. 11, 25. Ages newborn to 24 months. Bounce along to fun chants and music. A short play time follows.

Sleepy Story Time: 7 p.m., Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25. All ages welcome, ages 5 and younger with adult. Wear your pajamas and bring your teddy bear to this 30-minute bedtime Story Time.

Early Literacy Parties in Spanish: 10 a.m., Fridays, through Nov. 16. Series of free workshops for Spanish-speaking families with children newborn to age 5 to learn about Early Literacy and how to prepare their children for kindergarten.  www.kcls.org/fiestas.

Cascades Science Squad: 1:30 p.m., Oct. 13. Presented by Cascades Science Center Foundation. Ages 8 to 12.Join engineers, scientists, teachers for fun hands-on science, technology, engineering and mathematics activities. Registration required.

Meet the Author: 2 p.m., Oct. 27. Peg Kehret’s middle-grade books have won 50 state young reader awards, including the Washington Sasquatch Award, which are voted on by students. “Abduction” was nominated for an Edgar Award by the Mystery Writers of America. Her memoir, “Small Steps: The Year I Got Polio”, won the PEN Center West Award in Children’s Literature, the Golden Kite Award from the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, and the Mark Twain Award. Her new memoir, “Animals Welcome: A Life of Reading, Writing and Rescue” is a fall 2012 selection of the Jr. Library Guild. Books will be available for sale by University Books and a book signing will follow. www.pegkehret.com

TEENS

Teen Reads Cafe: 4:30 p.m., Oct. 16. For teens in middle school and high school. 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.

Teen Zone: 3 p.m., Oct. 10, 17, 24, 31. For teens in middle school and high school. Hang out, study, play video games and pick up a good book … all in the same place.

Star Wars Reads Day: Noon, Oct. 6. Celebrate the first national Star Wars Reads Day with Planetarium shows, prizes and crafts. Come in costume and join the fun. Door prizes and exclusive Star Wars Reads giveaways available, as supplies last. Registration not required, please arrive early as space may be limited.

Get a Job! Job Club for Teens & Young Adults: 4 p.m., Tuesdays, Oct. 16-Nov. 6. Get motivated and stay motivated to be successful in your job search! Each week, the job club will cover a featured topic by a professional career counselor. • Oct. 16: The Intelligent Job Search. Learn about the “hidden job market” to find out where and how to apply for jobs. • Oct. 23: Resumes. What should your resume include? When and how do you use it? • Oct. 30: Interview Prep. So you’ve impress the employer enough to get an interview. We’ll help you be prepared, professional and relaxed. • Nov. 6: Follow-up. With any questions you have or topics you would like to discuss. Limited to the first 30 participants.

Paint Your Own Pottery, Halloween Edition: 3:30 p.m., Oct. 18. Make your own Halloween decorations to give as gifts or keep for yourself to make your house extra spooky this year. Pottery, paints and decorating materials provided. Pottery will be fired in time for you to pick up your pieces for Halloween. Limited to the first 15 participants.

Meet the Author: Marissa Meyer: 3:30 p.m., Oct. 24. Marissa Meyer is the author of “Cinder: Book One of the Lunar Chronicles”. Learn more about the Lunar Chronicles and how Marissa came up with the idea to make Cinderella a cyborg. You will have a chance to win a copy of Cinder and have it signed by Marissa.

Short and Scary Writing Contest: Submit your spookiest stories this month and win a ghastly good prize. Winners will be announced Nov. 12.

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.

ADULTS

Book a Librarian: Free 30-minute appointments to help you with your information needs. Please come to the library or call 253-931-3018 to make an appointment.

English as a Second Language (ESOL):  6-8:30 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays, beginning Sept. 24. A formal class to learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills.

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

Drop In to Learn about eBooks: 5 p.m., Oct. 17, 24. Learn how to download KCLS eBooks to your eReader or computer. Look at popular eReaders, OverDrive and Adobe Digital Editions software and ask questions.

Early literacy parties in Spanish: 10 a.m., Sept. 28. Each of the “Fiestas” offers eight workshops designed for Spanish-speaking families to prepare their children for kindergarten. The Fiestas help parents and caregivers teach children the basic learning skills they will need before they can actually read and write.

Genealogy Assistance: 1 p.m., Oct. 6, 10, 13. Volunteers from South King County Genealogical Society will be available to answer your questions.

Auburn Library Book Discussion Group: 6:30 p.m., Oct. 9. “The Sisters Brothers” by Patrick deWitt. Meets at Zola’s Cafe, 402 E. Main St., Auburn.

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Algona-Pacific Library, 225 Ellingson Road, Pacific. 253-833-3554. Library events include:

CHILDREN & FAMILIES

Spanish Story Times: 6:30 p.m., Oct. 9, 16, 23, 30. Stories, rhymes, felt stories and more for the family.

Baby Story Times: 10:15 a.m., Oct. 10, 17, 24, 31. Newborn to 24 months with adult.

Toddler Story Times: 10:15 a.m., Oct. 9, 16, 23, 30. Ages 2 to 3 with adult. Stories, rhymes, music and fun.

Preschool Story Times: 11 a.m., Oct. 9, 16, 23, 30. Ages 3 to 5 with adult. Enjoy stories, activities and music while children develop pre-reading skills.

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., Oct. 10, 17, 24, 31. Play video games, get online, do homework, hang out or read a book.

Algona-Pacific Teen Book Club: 3:30 p.m., Oct. 23. Discuss the book of the month and share what you’ve been reading. New members are always welcome.

Day of the Dead: 3:30 p.m., Oct. 30. Learn about Day of the Dead and celebrate by decorating your own sugar skull and creating a traditional alter. Limited to first 30 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.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): 6 p.m., Tuesdays, Thursdays. A formal class to learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills.

Drop-In to Learn about eBooks: 3 p.m., Oct. 29. 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., Oct. 17. Share your love of books and connect with fellow readers! Copies of this title have been reserved for participants and are available for check out at the library. 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

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.

Short and Scary Story Contest: Oct. 1-31. Submit your spookiest stories this month and win a ghastly good prize. First-place prize: $25 gift card to Amazon.com. Three runner-ups also will receive prizes.Winners will be announced Nov. 12.

Drop-In to Learn about eBooks: 3 p.m., Oct. 8. Learn how to download KCLS eBooks to your eReader or computer. Look at popular eReaders, OverDrive and Adobe Digital Editions software and ask questions.

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.

• Hiking Group 50+: Do you like the outdoors? Are you looking to get some more exercise? Don’t like to hike alone? Then we have the group for you. The group hikes 3-5 times a month throughout the Puget Sound region. The hikes range from 3-7 miles and are from easy to moderate. Please call 253 931-3016 for more information.

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: • Sept. 29: Josh Mason, piano. • Oct. 6: Richard Person, trumpet; Robert Matthews, bass ; Oct. 13: no music; Oct. 20: Dan Duval, vibes; Trent Leurquin, bass; Oct. 27: Milo Petersen, guitar. For more information, call 253-887-8530.

Hell’s Belles: 7:30 p.m., Oct. 5, Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. Committed, ferocious, meticulous women rock musicians will deliver authentic AC/DC to the Ave. Tickets: $20, $18. Call Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation at 253-931-3043, Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m. to noon. Order online at www.brownpapertickets.com.

Classic Kid’s Movies Series Package: 2 p.m. Saturdays, Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. • Oct. 6: “Flipper”; • Jan. 12: “An American Tail”; • Feb. 2: “Babe” ;  March 2: “Hey There It’s Yogi Bear!” Series package: $10. Call Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation at 253-931-3043, Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m. to noon. Order online at www.brownpapertickets.com.

Glenn Miller Orchestra: 7:30 p.m., Oct. 12, Auburn Performing Arts Center, 700 E. Main St. Bringing the unique jazz sound, the Glenn Miller Orchestra is considered to be one of the greatest bands of all time. Formed in 1956, the orchestra has been touring consistently since, playing an average of 300 live dates a year all around the world. Tickets: $17, $15. Call Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation at 253-931-3043, Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m. to noon. Order online at www.brownpapertickets.com.

Chad and Jeremy: 7 p.m., Oct. 13, uburn Performing Arts Center, 700 E. Main St.; 2 p.m. Oct. 14, Highline Performing Arts Center, 401 S. 152nd St., Burien. One of the few original groups who were part of the 1960s “British Invasion” that are still regularly performing today. Opening is Misty Mamas, a sweet sounding folk quartet from Vancouver, Wash. Tickets available at brownpapertickets.com, 800-838-3006 or at the door on the day of the concerts.

“Willy Wonka”: 7:30 p.m., Oct. 19, 20, 26, 27; 2 p.m., Oct. 20, 26, Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. Roald Dahl’s scrumdidilyumptious musical is guaranteed to delight everyone’s sweet tooth. Tickets: $14, $12 (pre-sale only); $17, $15 at the door. Call Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation at 253-931-3043, Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m. to noon. Order online at www.brownpapertickets.com.

ASO’s “Music Especially for You”: 2:30 p.m., Oct. 21, Auburn Performing Arts Center, 700 E. Main St. Auburn Symphony Orchestra presents familiar favorites and classical beauties, including Rossini,  Mascagni, Bach, Strauss and Tchaikovsky. Free pre-concert lecture at 1:45 p.m. Reserved seats: $34 adults, $27 seniors, $10 students. Call 253-887-7777 or purchase online at auburnsymphony.org.

“Scrooge The Musical”: 7 p.m. Dec. 14, 15, 21; 3 p.m., Dec. 16, 22, Performing Arts Building, main campus, Green River Community College, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Presented by Heavier Than Air Family Theater, Green River Community College’s resident community theater. Tickets: $10 per person. For more detail, visit www.heavierthanair.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. Open to poets of every age and skill level. • Oct. 1 program: Peter Ludwin and Kevin Miller. For more information, contact mcbreenpost@aol.com.

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

Music

Maple Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra: Taylor Creek Church, 21110 244th Ave. SE, Maple Valley.  MVYSO boasts a playing group for every level, from beginning strings to string ensemble. For more information, call 425-358-1640 or visit www.mvyso.org.

Rainier Youth Choirs: RYC has three leveled groups based on age and ability (grades 4 through college).  Call 253-347-0180 to schedule an audition.  For more information, visit  www.rainieryouthchoirs.org.

Dance

Children’s Dance Theater Open House:  Visit www.auburnchildrensdancetheater.com or call 253-887-8937 for program information. New location at 122 W. Main St. (entrance in back)

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:  Exhibit: “Stills in the Hills: Homebrewed Hooch in the Age of Prohibition” (Aug. 15-Nov. 4). Exploring the history of prohibition through a local and national lens via historic photographs and period artifacts. 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:  October exhibit: The artwork of talented watercolor students taking instruction through Jo Anne Iwasaki (www.watercolorsbyjosaki.com).  The artwork on display ranges from the beginner to the expert and is a delightful range of the qualities of watercolor. Thirty artists showcase 40 works of art.  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.