Events
Auburn Tourism: For special events or to add a special event, go to www.auburntourism.com.
Auburn International Farmers Market: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sundays, through Sept. 21, Auburn Transit Station Plaza, 23 A St. SW, Auburn. Featuring fresh, Washington grown fruits and vegetables, a variety of foods, bakery products and hand-crafted items. Special events are planned on select Sundays. Free parking in the Sound Transit parking garage. For more information, visit www.auburnfarmersmarket.org. • Chili Cook-off & The Snorky Band: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 24. Playing classic and new rock music for the market, a fundraiser for the Auburn Food Bank. Chili Cookoff between the Auburn Police Department and the Auburn Fire Deptartment.
New Auburn High School preview night: 6-8:30 p.m. Aug. 21, Auburn High School Commons, 711 E. Main St. Auburn Public Schools Foundation invites the public to a fundraiser event in the new high school commons. Building tours, AHS memorial bricks for purchase, raffles and appetizers. Donation amount is up to you. No charge to attend. Please RSVP by email to: rsvp@auburnpsf.org. For more information, visit www.auburnpsf.org.
Longacres Mile at Emerald Downs: 2 p.m. Aug. 24, Emerald Downs, 2300 Emerald Downs Drive. Project post time is 5 p.m. for the 79th running of the $200,000 Mile (Grade 3). For more information, visit www.emeralddowns.com.
Fourth annual Auburn Art Walk and Wine Tasting: 5-9 p.m. Sept. 5, downtown Auburn. Local artists’ work on display and for sale at businesses. Wine tasting tickets can be purchased in advance for $15, $20 the day of event. Tickets include five tastes and a custom wine glass. For pre-sale tickets and more information, visit www.auburndt.org/events/
Celebration of the Arts, Literary and Visual: 6:30-8;30 p.m., Sept. 11, Council Chambers, City Hall, 25 W. Main St. Auburn. Opening remarks at 7 p.m. Celebrating the accomplishments of Auburn Poet Laureate Dick Brugger. City Hall Gallery presents the artwork of Dick and Lela Brugger’s daughter, Jessie Brugger, an award-winning artist now resident in New York City. Public invited.
Hops & Crops Brew Festival: noon-6 p.m. Sept. 13, Mary Olson Farm, 28728 Green River Road. The 21-and-up festival features craft beers, live music performances and a craft and farmer’s marketplace. Proceeds support educational programming at the farm. The Grizzled Mighty, Hot Damn Scandal, and The Cottonwood Cutups & Jessica Lynne scheduled to perform. Participating breweries include: Airways Brewing; Brickyard Brewing; Freemont Brewing; Georgetown Brewing; Harmon Brewing; Hilliards Beer; Ironhorse Brewing; Lazy Boy Brewing; Northwest Brewing; Seapine Brewing; Schilling Cider; Silver City Brewing; and Snoqualmie Falls Brewing. Auburn Chevrolet sponsors the event. Tickets: $15 pre-sale, $20 at the gate. Taster admission includes a mug and five tokens. A designated driver and no taste admission is $10. Purchase tickets at wrvmuseum.org/hopsandcrops.html
Benefits
Auburn Valley Humane Society’s Thrift Store & More: 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 23, 1123 E. Main St. Public invited to the grand opening of new store. A ribbon cutting is planned for 1 p.m. Specials and bargains on furniture, pet carriers, glassware, housewares, knick-knacks, clothing, baby clothing, pet toys and more. Proceeds from the sales support the AVHS’ sheltering and medical care of the lost, homeless and abandoned animals of the community. Visit the auburnvalleyhs.org for more details.
Scramble for Safe Families Charity Golf Tournament: 1:30 p.m. Sept. 6, Washington National Golf Club, 14430 SE Husky Way, Auburn. Events include a four-person scramble, a hole-in-one contest (win a car), a putting contest, banquet, silent auction, raffles and awards. Proceeds benefit the Jennifer Beach Foundation, which provides education, advocacy and assistance to the community addressing issues related to child abuse and domestic violence. Entry fee: $130 for individuals or $520 for four-person team. Sponsorship opportunities available for companies and individuals. For more information on the tournament or to download a registration form, make a donation or to be a sponsor, please call 253-833-5366 or visit www.jnbfoundation.org.
Strides 5K Fun Run Or Walk and Golden Mile: 9 a.m.-noon Sept. 27, Foster Park, South 259th and 74th Avenue South, where Interurban Trail meets the Green River Trail. Benefits Neighborhood House and KLC South Sudan Community Restoration Program. Registration begins at 8 a.m. Cost: varies by category and date from $20-$45. Pre-Register at www.strides5k.weebly.com or on Active.com.
Barktoberfest and Rover Romp: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 11, Roegner Park, 601 Oravetz Road SE, Auburn. 3K and 5K run and walk. Auburn Valley Humane Society’s annual fundraising event for the homeless and abandoned animals in the community. Pet owner/pet look-alike contest; best pet costume contest; prize basket drawings; vendors; entertainment; demonstrations and food. Register online at auburnvalleyhs.org. For pledge details and more information, call AVHS at 253-249-7849 or 253-209-3872, or email: lboado@auburnvalleyhs.org
Reunions
Auburn High School Class of 1954: Sept. 12-13. Picnic: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 12, Veterans Memorial Park, behind Auburn Memorial Stadium, 411 E St. NE. Cost: $10. Everything else provided. Tour of the new high school: 11 a.m. Sept. 13. Superintendent leads the tour. Program, buffet dinner: 1-7 p.m. Sept. 13, Emerald Downs, 2300 Emerald Downs Way. Cost: $55. For more information, contact Marilyn Polley Barnard, 253-927-2048.
Auburn High School Class of 1984: 5:30-11 p.m. Sept. 13, Green River Community College, Conference & Event Center, Cascade Room, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Evening casual attire; no-host bar; photo booth; music by DJ Jeff Maas. Cost $84. For more information, contact Kirsten Richardson at Kirsten@reunionswithclass.com or 425-644-1044, ext. 473, or visit www.reunionswithclass.com. Also: No-Host Golf: 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 13, Auburn Municipal Golf Course, 29630 Green River Road SE.
Health
Cascade Regional Blood Center drives: Noon-3 p.m. Aug. 29, McKesson, 2530 B St NW, Suite 101; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 31, Northwest Family Church, 3535 Auburn Way S. For more information, call 1-877-242-5663 or visit www.crbs.net/home.
Puget Sound Blood Center drives: 12:30-3:30 p.m. Aug. 22, MultiCare Auburn Medical Center, Plaza 1, 202 N. Division St.; 8:30-11 a.m. Aug. 22, Auburn City Hall, 25 W. Main St.; 1-3 p.m., 4-7 p.m. Sept. 15, LDS Church, gym, 625 M St. NE; 9-11 a.m., noon- 3 p.m. Sept. 15, Zones, Inc., 1102 15th St. SW. For more information, call 253-945-8667 or please visit www.psbc.org.
Zen Shin Meditation Service: 9-10 a.m. Sundays, White River Buddhist Temple, 3625 Auburn Way N. For more information, visit www.wrbt.org.
Mary Bridge Children’s Center for Childhood Safety: Car safety seat inspection on the first Wednesday of each month at MultiCare Auburn Urgent Care, 202 Cross St. SE, Auburn. Please call 253-403-1417 to schedule an appointment.
Auburn Alzheimer’s Association Support Group: Noon-1:30 p.m. first Tuesday of each month, Church of the Nazarene, 1225 29th St. SE, Room 15, Auburn. Caring for someone with memory loss? Group provides a place for caregivers to learn and gain support from others caring for a person with memory loss. Support groups also serve as an opportunity for participants to receive information on care management, available services, research and treatment options. Free. Contact group facilitator Val Brustad at 253-854-7658 for details.
Living Tobacco-free Weekly Free Support Group: 6 p.m. Wednesdays, MultiCare Auburn Medical Center, second floor, Heart Care Center classroom, 202 N. Division St. Free one-hour weekly support group meeting open to adults and teens wanting to quit tobacco, newly quit, struggling with relapse or helping a friend quit tobacco. For more information, contact Heidi Henson at 253-223-7538 or hhenson@seattleymca.org.
Southeast King County Parkinson’s Disease support group: Meets on the third Tuesday of the month, 10:30 a.m., St. John The Baptist Catholic Church, 25810 156th Ave. SE, Covington. Group’s monthly lunches are on the first Tuesday of the month at the Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth St. SE, Auburn. For more information, contact Stephanie Lawson at 206-579-5206.
Gamblers Anonymous: For meeting times and locations, call toll free the Gamblers Anonymous Hotline 1-855-222-5542. Visit www.gawashington.org or www.gamblersanonymous.org for additional information.
Volunteers
Auburn Valley Humane Society: 6-8 p.m., fourth Wednesdays of the month; 10 a.m.-noon, fourth Saturdays of the month, AVHS shelter, 4910 A St. SE, Auburn. Volunteer orientation and trainings. Stop by the shelter to pick up a volunteer application or download one from www.auburnvalleyhs.org and bring it to the orientation. You may register to attend anyone of the sessions in the future by emailing slavigne@auburnvalleyhs.org. For more information, call 253-249-7849 or visit www.auburnvalleyhs.org.
Clubs, programs
Striped Water Poets: Meets every Tuesday, 7- 9 p.m., at Auburn City Hall, 25 W. Main St. A roundtable critique and welcoming of new poets.
Auburn Noon Lions: Meets Tuesdays, noon, at the Auburn Parks, Arts & Rec Department, Les Gove Park, 910 Ninth St. SE. Meets at 6 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month at the Rainbow Cafe, 112 E. Main St.
Rotary Club of Auburn: Meets noon, Wednesdays, Auburn Golf Course, banquet room, 29630 Green River Road SE. Upcoming programs: • Aug. 13, Dr. Breanna Peterson-toxicology lab; • Aug. 20, Chambers Bay Golf Club-2015 PGA Tournament. Guests are welcome. For more information, visit www.auburnrotary.org.
Auburn Morning Toastmasters: Meets every Thursday morning, 6:30-7:30, Auburn Chamber of Commerce, 108 S. Division, Suite B. Learn the fine art of communication and public speaking in a friendly supportive atmosphere. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call 253-735-1751 or visit www.toastmasters.org.
Libraries
Auburn Library, 1102 Auburn Way S. 253- 931-3018. Library events include:
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Counteract the “Summer Learning Slide” at the Library: Kids and teens who spend their summer reading and learning, come back in the fall better prepared for school than those who don’t – so KCLS created a new summer learning program called Thinkology: The Study of Fun. Build robots, do hands-on science projects, learn magic, create puppets and, of course, read! For details, visit any KCLS library or kcls.org/kids/summer.
ADULTS
English as a Second Language (ESL) : 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays. 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.
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Algona-Pacific Library, 225 Ellingson Road, Pacific. 253-833-3554. Library events include:
TEENS
Spark a Reaction! Teen Summer Learning: Come to the library to pick up your reading and activity log. All teens who turn in a completed log by Aug. 31 will earn a flash drive (while supplies last) and will be entered to win a Samsung Galaxy tablet.
Teen Zone, Summer Edition: 1-3 p.m. Aug. 21. Games, tournaments, prizes, snacks and more.
ADULTS
Computer Class: Registration required. Please sign up at the Information Desk or call 253-833-3554.
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESL): 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays though Aug. 14. Presented by Green River Community College. A formal class to learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills.
Start to Fitness: If you want a more active, healthy lifestyle, it’s easy to get started at your library. Throughout 2014, find ideas, inspiration and tips on simple ways to add more movement and healthy options to your life through the new adult series, Start to Fitness. www.kcls.org/fitness
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Muckleshoot Library, 39917 Auburn-Enumclaw Road SE., Auburn. 253-931-6779. Library events include:
ADULTS
Looking to sharpen your technology skills?: If you’re interested in attending a computer class, please call 253-931-6779.
Network
3No Networking: 5:30 p.m. Thursdays. 3No Networking is a casual weekly get-together set aside for members of the business community to drop in and get to know each other. The mixer rotates among Auburn venues: • First Thursday of the month – Oddfellas Pub & Eatery, 102 W. Main St.; • second Thursday – Auburn Wine & Caviar Company, 2402 A St. SE; • third Thursday – Station Bistro, 110 Second St. SW, Suite 125; • fourth Thursday – Zola’s Café, 402 E. Main St. Suite 120. The series is made possible by a partnership between IPZ No. 15 Auburn, the City of Auburn Office of Economic Development, Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce and the Auburn Downtown Association. For more information, contact Doug Lein, IPZ administrator, at 253-804-3101.
Auburn Area Chamber “Connecting for Success” 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, 25 2nd St. NW, Auburn,. 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.
Hope + Help Counseling Open House: Noon-5 p.m. Sept. 12, 230 Auburn Way S., Suite 1B. Full-service Washington State Certified Counseling Agency. Public invited to meet the staff and tour the facility. Finger food and beverages provided. Hope + Help is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday and Saturday by appointment only. Please RSVP for the open house by Sept. 8 to Alicia Allen at 253-333-2328, ext. 1.
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, $6 for those younger than 60.
• Movie Screenings: Wednesdays, 1 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. 50 cents 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.
PROGRAMS
Volunteer opportunities: The center’s meals-on-wheels and respite programs need help to provide services to seniors. Please call 253-288-7441 or 253-931-3016, if interested.
Auburn Respite: Nonprofit adult day care program serving the community needs volunteers to help its senior participants. The group meets weekly at the center from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fridays. The program also serves clients on the second and fourth Tuesday, from 10 to 3. The program allows caregivers to enjoy a worry-free day off while the participant enjoys socialization, companionship and lunch. For more information, contact program director Sheila Pankratz at 253-875-9163.
AAA Driver Improvement Program: 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 23, Wesley Homes Lea Hill, 32049 109th Place SE. Operated by American Driving Services. Refresher course on defensive driving skills, giving practical guidance for traffic accident prevention and enhancing driver safety and confidence. Course completion qualifies drivers 55 years of age and over for automobile insurance premium discounts. Cost is $18 per person. Pre-registration is required. For enrollment information, call 206-243-3564.
Entertainment
AUBURN AVENUE THEATER
Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. Call Auburn Parks, Arts & Rec at 253-931-3043, Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m.-noon, or online at www.brownpapertickets.com.
Hell’s Belles, AC/DC Tribute: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 19. Hell’s Bells are dedicated AC/DC fanatics with mechanical precision and passionate fury that rock the music and the stage. Tickets: $20 regular; $18 students, seniors.
Comedy at the Ave: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 20. Three comedians, featuring headliner Paul Morrissey. Morrissey is known for his many TV appearances on “The Late, Late Show with Craig Ferguson”, and this year made an impressive debut on “The Late Show with David Letterman.” Ages 18 and over only. Tickets: $17 regular; $15 students, seniors.
“The Sound of Music”: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18; 2 p.m. Oct. 5, 12, 19. Classic story is brought to the stage, featuring local talented actors of the Auburn Community Players. With innovative set design and voices that soar, the beloved musical by Rodgers & Hammerstein comes to life. Pre-sale tickets: $15 regular; $13 students, seniors ($20/$18 at the door).
Teen Rock Spook-Tac-ular: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 24. Great night of rock ‘n’ roll. Feature band, Clear The Chaos, will be joined by Insuburban Avenue and Static. Tickets: $5.
AveKids, Steve the Pretty Good Magician: 1 p.m. Oct. 25. A full comedy variety show. Lots of audience participation of mirth, music and magic. The award-winning show has toured North America to rave reviews. Tickets: $8.
ELSEWHERE
Twisted Tuesday’s First Class Comedy Showcase: 7-10 p.m. every second and fourth Tuesday, the Station Bistro, 110 2nd St. SW, No. 125, Auburn. Live local acts. Free admission, door prizes. Hosted by TheComedian Lig’e BIC Productions. Lineup: • Aug. 26, Comic Rusty, TheComedian Lige; • Sept. 9, Marianne Reilly, Shanni Williams; • Sept. 23, Susan Jones.
“Trashed”: 6 p.m. Sept. 25, Auburn Riverside High School Theatre, 501 Oravetz Road. City of Auburn’s Solid Waste & Recycling Department presents free screening of the Auburn Sustainability Film Series. Trashed” is a groundbreaking documentary examining the crisis of trash, highlighting how garbage threatens our health and our environment. Light refreshments will be served; informational tables will be available and door prizes awarded. A panel discussion of local experts, including King County EcoConsumer Tom Watson, follows the movie. “Trashed” is a groundbreaking documentary examining the crisis of trash, highlighting how garbage threatens our health and environment. Some images may not be suitable for young children; recommended for age 12 and over. No child care available. For more information, call 253-931-3047.
FVC Hip Hop Concert: 7-9 p.m. Sept. 27, Faith and Victory Church, 1301 A St. SE, Auburn. Headlining Seize da movement. Also featuring Vellvett, Onlyone Wizer, and Jus praise. Free. For more information, find FVC Hip Hop Concert on Facebook.
Jazz series:: 6-9 p.m., Saturdays, Auburn Wine and Caviar Company, 2402 A St. SE, Auburn. Saxophone and flute master Mark Lewis performs each week with a different featured guest musician – or two – from around the region. No cover. For more information, call 253-887-8530.
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.
Poetry
Poetry at The Station Bistro: 7-10 p.m., first Wednesdays 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. For more information, contact mcbreenpost@aol.com.
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. Located at 122 W. Main St. (entrance in back)
Auburn Dance Academy: Visit www.auburndanceacademy.com or call 253-833-1891 for program information. The academy is located at 1811 Howard Road, Suite 100.
Auburn Dance & Music Center: Visit www.auburndancecenter.com or call 253-833-6773 for program information. The center is located at 306 Auburn Ave.
Surrendered School of the Arts: Visit www.surrenderedschool.com or call 253-474-4881 for program information. Classes are on Tuesdays at Lifegate Auburn Foursquare Church, 307 E. Main St.
Museums
White River Valley Museum
Hours: Noon-4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday and the first Thursday 6-8 p.m. Regular admission is $5 adults, $2 seniors and children. Children 2 years of age or younger are free. Free admission on the first Thursday and third Sunday of the month.
EXHIBITS
Sole Obsession, 100 Years of Women’s Shoes from Kitten Heels to Power Pumps: June 18-Nov. 9. Presenting a range of dressy footwear, spanning from 1910 to 2010, and reflects upon the dramatic changes experienced by the women who wore them. More than 100 pairs of shoes from regional museums and private collections on display with examples of women’s cocktail and party apparel from the museum’s collection.
SPECIAL EVENTS
For more information on upcoming programs and to register: www.wrvmuseum.org or call 253-288-7439.
Peep Toes and Cosmos: Sept. 17. Spend a cocktail hour at the museum with Sole Obsession Curator Christine Palmer. 21 and up only/ $25 per person. Registration required.
MARY OLSON FARM PROGRAMS
Located at 28728 Green River Road SE, Auburn. Summer hours: noon-5 p.m. Admission is free with a suggested donation of $5 for adults and $2 for children and seniors. Summer hours are made possible through funding from the Wyman Youth Trust. Call 253-288-7433 or visit www.wrvmuseum.org for event information and tickets.
Sunday Farm Talks: Enjoy a free lecture, performance or demonstration every Sunday at 2 p.m.
Hops & Crops Brew Festival: noon-6 p.m. Sept. 13
Galleries
Auburn City Hall: Exhibits: • Aug. 6-29, Diane Sarr presents a series that captures a visual moment remembered from a specific time and place conveyed through a combination of maps and hand-drawn images. • Sept. 3-Oct. 2, New York-based artist Jessie Brugger hails from Auburn and is primarily know for her award winning animation. A selection of her two-dimensional artwork in her characteristic style will be displayed. Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Admission is free. 253-931-3043 or www.auburnwa.gov.
