Events
Auburn Tourism: For special events or to add a special event, go to www.auburntourism.com.
Northwest Flower & Garden Show: Feb. 17-21, Washington State Convention Center, 800 Convention Place, Seattle. Hours: 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Wednesday-Saturday (Feb. 17-20), 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday (Feb. 21). America the Beautiful is the theme. 28th annual event celebrates the National Parks Service Centennial and famous American landmarks. More than 20 display gardens and other feature attractions. More than 100 free seminars for newbie and veteran gardeners alike; shopping for diverse and unusual products in the marketplace and its 350 vendors; media personalities battling it out for their favorite charities in the Garden Wars, and other special displays. New food and beverage options, including a selection of craft beers and regional wines. Admission: early bird $17; adult (at the door) $22; youth (13 to 17 years) $5; and children (12 and under) free. For more information or to buy tickets, visit www.gardenshow.com.
Daddy Daughter Date Night: 6:30-9 p.m. Feb. 19, 20, Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth St. SE. An event to create special memories with your little girl. Grandpas, uncles and big brothers are welcome. Includes appetizer, dinner and dessert. Dancing with music provided by a disc jockey. Each couple gets a professional 5-by-7 memory photo and girls leave with a party favor. Ages 4-10. Cost: $50-$63 per couple, $15-$19 each additional daughter. For more information, call Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation at 253-931-3043 or visit www.auburnwa.gov
South King County lawmakers town-hall meeting: 1-2 p.m. Feb. 20, Golden Steer Steak n’ Rib House, 23826 104th Ave. SE, Kent. South King County delegation from the 47th Legislative District will share updates from the 2016 legislative session, listen to attendees and answer questions. Guess include Sen. Joe Fain, R-Auburn, and Reps. Mark Hargrove, R-Covington, and Pat Sullivan, D-Covington. Open to the public.
State of the City address: 5:30 p.m. Feb. 23, Auburn Ave Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. Join Mayor Nancy Backus as she discusses plans and goals for 2016. Open to the public.
39th Annual Green River Glass Show and Sale: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Feb. 27, Kent Commons, 525 Fourth Ave. N., Admission: $3. Proceeds benefit local chapters of the Alzheimer’s Association, Multiple Sclerosis Association of King County and Northwest Kidney Center. Thirty-five vendors will fill 200 sale tables featuring glass, jewelry and collectibles from early to mid-20th century, including depression, elegant and ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s glassware, pottery, china and kitchenware. For more information, call show chair Terry Martin at 206-937-4104 or Kay Larsson at 253-852-5250.
5th annual My Wedding My Way: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. March 5, Lindbloom Student Union building, Green River College, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Free event. Vendors, food, entertainment, Trunk Show, new game room to provide entertainment to the “grooms.” Vendor information and other details, contact Benita Walters at 253-333-6013 or bwalters@greenriver.edu.
Benefits
Sleep Train’s Pajama Drive for Foster Kids: Now through Feb. 28. Donations can be dropped off at any Sleep Train store. All donations go to Sleep Train’s local nonprofit foster organizations for distribution to children in need. You can drop off new pajamas in all sizes – infant to teen – at any Sleep Train store; donate online at www.sleeptrainfosterkids.org, and Sleep Train will shop for donations on your behalf; or host your own drive at work, school or church – additional information at bit.ly/1xCFUu8. For more information on the drive and the Foster Kids program, visit www.sleeptrainfosterkids.org. To find the nearest location, visit the store locator at www.sleeptrain.com or call 1-800-378-BEDS (2337).
Painting with the Stars auction: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Feb. 26, Mel Lindbloom Student Union, Green River College, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Cost: $15 or $20 at the door. Benefits Interurban Center for the Arts, which serves local elementary schools by providing training and educational materials to volunteer art docent programs. The event includes a silent auction and artwork specially designed and created by community stars and artists. For more information, visit greenrivercollegefoundation.org or call 253-833-9111, ext. 2735.
Bus Barn Bonanza: 9 a.m. March 5, 615 15th St. SW. Auburn School District Transportation Department, 615 15th St. SW. Join as a vendor, a shopper or a looker. Arts, crafts, food, Seahawk gifts, yard sale items and more. Proceeds from vendor fees at $10 a table space go to the Senior Scholarship Foundation. Bus Barn Bonanza is a nonprofit organization. Any business or individuals interested in matching its makings or would like to be a vendor, please call 253-227-7789.
Health
Bloodworks Northwest drives: Noon-2 p.m., 2:45-6 p.m. Feb. 24, Auburn Adventist Academy, 5000 Auburn Way S.; 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 2-5 p.m. Feb. 25, Social Security Auburn, 1901 C St. SW; 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Feb. 25, Jefferson High School, 4248 S. 288th St.; 9-11 a.m., noon-3 p.m. March 8, Zones, Inc., 1102 15th St. SW; 8:30-11 a.m. March 10, Fred Meyer, 801 Auburn Way N.; 12:30-3:30 p.m. March 10, GSA, 400 15th St. SW; 1-3 p.m., 4-7 p.m. March 14, LDS Church, 625 M St. NE. Appointments can be made by calling 1-800-398-7888, or visit www.bloodworksnw.org.
Alzheimer’s Association Auburn Caregiver Support Group: Noon-1:30 p.m. first Tuesday of the month, Church of the Nazarene, 1225 29th St SE, Room 15. Caring for someone with memory loss? Do you need information and support? Alzheimer’s Association family caregiver support groups provide a consistent and caring place for people to learn, share and gain emotional support from others who are also on a unique journey of providing care to a person with memory loss. For information, call Val Brustad, 253-854-7658.
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.
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.
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., third Wednesdays of the month; 10 a.m.-noon, third Saturdays of the month, AVHS shelter, 4910 A St. SE, Auburn. Volunteer orientation and trainings. Stop by the shelter or AVHS thrift store, 1123 E. Main St., to pick up a volunteer application or download one from 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 auburnvalleyhs.org.
Clubs
Auburn Noon Lions: Meets Tuesdays, noon, Longhorn Barbecue, 635 C St. SW. $12 for lunch, $5 for dessert and beverage. For more information, contact Ed Butler at 253-929-9358 or edbutler0314@gmail.com.
Rotary Club of Auburn: Meets noon, Wednesdays, Auburn Golf Course, banquet room, 29630 Green River Road SE. Programs: For more information, visit www.auburnrotary.org.
Kiwanis Club of The Valley: Meets every Wednesday morning at 7 at Veterans Memorial Park, 411 St. NE, Auburn. For more information, visit www.kiwaniscluboftheauburnvalley.org
Interurban Runners Club: Join our weekly group run/walk on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. in front of Billy McHale’s Restaurant, 1320 S. 324th St., in Federal Way. The group jogs about 3 miles on the BPA trail or local neighborhood, followed by food and socializing. All ages and abilities welcome. Can’t make it on Thursdays? We have monthly club runs at select running spots in the King/Pierce County area. Check out the club calendar at www.interurbanrunners.net or contact Larry Coyne membership director at coyneld@aol.com
Auburn Morning Toastmasters: Meets every Thursday morning, 6:30-7:30, Auburn Chamber of Commerce, 25 Second St. NW. Learn the fine art of communication and public speaking in a friendly supportive atmosphere. Visitors are welcome.
Soroptimist International of Auburn: Meets Wednesdays at noon in the Rainier Room, Truitt Building, 102 W. Main St. Make reservations by emailng info@siauburn. For more information, visit www.siauburn.org.
South King County Genealogical Society: 9:30 a.m.-noon, third Saturday of every month (except July, August and December), Wesley Homes-Lea Hill, J.W. McKenna Assembly Hall, 32049 109th Place SE, Auburn. Welcome genealogists or anyone interested in learning about family history. www.skcgs.org
Save Our Fish, Auburn Chapter, Puget Sound Anglers: Meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month (except December), 6 p.m. Round Table Pizza, 4002 A St. SE. Learn fishing techniques and hot spots from guest speakers and chapter experts. For more information, visit www.saveourfish.org.
Green Valley/Lake Holm Association: 6:30 p.m. Black Diamond Library, 24707 Roberts Drive. Meetings are on the last Wednesday of every month, except holidays. The association is an unincorporated area community service group formed by local citizens for the purpose of addressing common issues, safety measures and ideas for improvement. Featuring Capt. Scott Somers of the King County Sheriff’s Department speaking on rural personal and property protection, increasing traffic concerns, adapting Block Watch in rural areas and ways residents can support the precinct’s deputies. Refreshments served. For more information, contact gvlhassn@gmail.com.
Libraries
Auburn Library, 1102 Auburn Way S. 253- 931-3018. Library events include:
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Play & Learn: 10:30 a.m. Feb. 22 and 29. Newborn to age 5 with caregiver. Have fun singing songs, telling stories, reading books, creating art and playing.
Infant and Young Toddler Story Time: 10:15 a.m. Feb. 23. Ages newborn to 24 months, siblings welcome. Bring your babies and bounce along to stories, nursery rhymes and songs. A short playtime follows the program.
Toddler Story Times: 10:30 a.m. Feb. 18 and 25. Ages 2 to 3 with adult. Stories, songs and fun.
Preschool Story Times: 11:15 a.m. Feb. 18 and 25. Ages 3 to 7 with adult. Stories, songs and fun.
Build It! Bricks at the Library: 4 p.m. Feb. 18 and 25. Ages 2 and older, ages 7 and younger with adult. Younger siblings welcome. Come to the library for an unstructured, creative play open-house. Stay for the entire event or pop in for a few minutes. We supply the bricks, you supply the imagination.
Sunday Movie Afternoon: 2 p.m. Feb. 28, “Happy Feet”. Family program, all ages welcome with adult. When a penguin named Mumble is born without the ability to sing the romantic song that will attract his soul mate, he’ll have to resort to some fancy footwork by tap dancing his way into the heart of the one he loves.
TEENS
Teen Zone: 3:30-5 p.m. Feb. 7 and 24. Middle and high school ages. Play video games, snack, get online, hang out, study, or pick-up a good book.
Study Zone: 5-7 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, 3-5 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. When school is in session. Grades K-12. Drop in for free homework help from trained volunteer tutors.
Fandom Zone: 3:30 p.m. Feb. 23. Middle and high school ages. Love Star Wars, Harry Potter, Doctor Who, Marvel … something else? Come, hang out and discuss your newest obsession. Each month we’ll have different activities and snacks.
ADULTS
English as a Second Language (ESL) Class: 6-8:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. Learn English grammar, reading, writing, and conversations skills with an experienced instructor. Classes are free. No class on Feb. 15. Registration for spring quarter is 5 p.m. March 21.
Computer classes?: If you’re interested in attending a computer class, please call 253-931-3018. • One-On-One Computer Help, 2 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3 p.m., 3:30 p.m. Feb. 27; • Microsoft Excel Level 1, 1:30 p.m. Feb. 17; • Microsoft Excel Level 2, 3:30 p.m. Feb. 17; • Microsoft Excel Level 3, 1:30 p.m. March 2.
Tablets 101: noon. Feb. 26. Learn how to use your new tablet. This class teaches the basics, how to turn off your device completely, wifi connection, security and app installation. All operating systems covered. Need to bring your own device.
Friends of the Auburn Library Meeting: 7 p.m. Feb. 23. Group offers support by volunteering, hosting fundraising activities, sponsoring programs and services and increasing awareness of the library’s vital role in our community. New members are always welcome.
Sign Up for ORCA LIFT’s Reduced Fares: 1-4 p.m. Feb. 25. Drop in to register for ORCA LIFT, a new, reduced fare on Metro buses, Sound Transit Link light rail, and more. Income-qualified riders, ages 19 and older, can save 50 percent or more. To see if you qualify, check www.orcalift.com or call Multi-Service Center at 253-838-6810. Please bring ID and income verification documents.
Third Thursday Afternoon Book Club: 2 p.m. Feb. 18. “The Borrower” by Rebecca Makkai.
AARP Tax Help: 2:30 p.m. Feb. 23. Get free individualized tax preparation assistance provided by trained AARP Foundation volunteers. No age or income limits. Please bring picture I.D., documented proof of Social Security Number, and last year’s return as well as any current tax documents. Call or stop by the Auburn Library to schedule an appointment, 253-931-3018.
Genealogy Assistance: 1-3 p.m. Feb. 17. Volunteers from South King County Genealogical Society will be available to answer your questions.
Veterans & Human Services Outreach: 1:30-3:30 p.m. Feb. 19 and 26. Presented by the City of Auburn
Drop by the library to meet with staff from the City of Auburn and WorkSource. Get assistance navigating and accessing: food/clothing banks, employment opportunities, financial assistance, veteran benefits, legal assistance, education, medical/dental services, and financial literacy. Open to everyone.
Qigong, Body, Breath and Relaxation: 1:30 p.m. Feb. 20. Qigong is an energy exercise that connects the mind and body to promote healing. Learn from Hansie Wong, integrative health coach, how to use your breath in a simple practice to circulate your body’s energy and promote relaxation.
What’s All The Buzz About?: 2 p.m. Feb. 21. Presented by “Queen Bee” Missy Anderson. Come for a wonderful conversation about our native blue orchard bees and how they can help pollinate your spring garden.
Coloring Time for Adults: 3 p.m. Feb. 22. Coloring is not just an activity for kids anymore. Coloring for adults is being touted as a relaxing activity that helps to promote focus, reduce stress, and encourage mindfulness. Art supplies and coloring sheets and will be provided courtesy of the Friends of the Auburn Library so that you can discover for yourself the benefits of coloring inside the lines.
Community Discovery Days: 12:30-2:30 p.m. Feb. 24. All are welcome to drop by the meeting room and learn how to connect to organizations providing essential resources in our community including: housing, food, health care and education. Held the last Wednesday of each month. Light refreshments provided.
Algona-Pacific Library, 225 Ellingson Road, Pacific. 253-833-3554. Library events include:
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Toddler Story Time: 10:15 a.m. Feb. 23. Ages 2 to 3 with adult. Stories, rhymes, music and fun.
Preschool Story Time: 11 a.m. Feb. 23. Ages 3 to 5 with adult. Enjoy stories, activities and music while children develop pre-reading skills. A short play time follows the program.
Russian Story Times: 10:30 a.m. Feb. 24. Family program, all ages welcome with adult. Stories, songs and fun.
Build It at the Library: noon-1:30 p.m. Feb. 19. Family program, ages 6 and younger with adult. Have some fun building with plastic bricks, blocks and straws. Create around a theme or build what you like. You bring the ideas and we will supply the building materials.
TEENS
Study Zone: 4-6 p.m. Feb. 23. Grades K-12. Drop in for free homework help from trained volunteer tutors.
Teen Zone: 3:30-5 p.m. Feb. 18 and 25. Middle and high school ages. Play video games, snack, hang out, study, or pick-up a good book.
Algona-Pacific Page Turners Book Club: 7:30 p.m. Jan. 20. “Deep Dark Down” by Hector Tobar. 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.
Intro to Bookbinding: 1 p.m. Feb. 18. Presented by Seattle ReCreative. Ages 9 to 13. Get an introduction to the parts of the book and two basic methods of bookbinding: Japanese Stab-Stitch and Accordion bound books. Perfect projects for anyone looking to make their own journals, sketchbooks, scrapbooks or photo albums! No prior experience required. Please register.
ADULTS
English as a Second Language (ESL): 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Learn English grammar, reading, writing, and conversation skills with an experienced instructor. Classes are free.
Algona-Pacific Page Turners Book Club: 7:30 p.m. Feb. 17. “Me Before You” by JoJo Moyes.
Drop-In to Learn about eBooks: 3-4 p.m. Feb. 23. Get started with KCLS eBooks. Bring your eReader, tablet, phone or just your questions.
Muckleshoot Library, 39917 Auburn-Enumclaw Road SE., Auburn. 253-931-6779. Library events include:
PROGRAMS
Looking to sharpen your technology skills?: If you’re interested in attending a computer class, please call 253-931-6779.
Family Game Night: 4-8 p.m. Feb. 18, 25. Bring your friends and family to the library on Thursday nights for a variety of board games, card games and puzzles to play.
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. 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. For a full schedule, visit www.3noNetworking.com.
Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce Business Insider Luncheon: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., the third Tuesday of every month, Emerald Downs, Emerald Room (fourth floor), 2300 Emerald Downs Drive. $25/members; $35/non-members (includes lunch). Register online through the chamber. For more information, contact Karen Wickstrom at 253-833-0700 or karen@auburnareawa.org.
Free income tax preparation: Jan. 13-April 21, Wednesdays and Thursdays, from 4 to 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Highline College Outreach Center, 23835 Pacific Highway S., Kent, Wash.), building 99, room 251. Community members can get their taxes done for free, thanks to a partnership between United Way of King County and Highline College. Households that make less than $62,000 are eligible, as long as tax returns do not involve business taxes, rental income, or sale of property or stocks. Participants will need to bring the following: • Social Security cards/individual tax identification numbers (ITINs) and birthdates for everyone named on the return; • photo ID; • all tax statements, such as W-2 forms, 1099 forms and SSA-1099 forms. Bringing bank account numbers, routing numbers and a copy of last year’s tax return is also highly recommended. For a participant jointly filing with a spouse, both must be present to e-file. No appointment is necessary. Those who arrive first will be served first. Services are provided by IRS-certified volunteers. For questions or more information, visit uwkc.org/taxhelp or call 800-621-4636.
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 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.
Pacific Algona Senior Center, 100 Third Ave SE, Pacific, 253-929-1153.
Serving seniors: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. No annual fee. Monday free lunch, Tuesday-Friday lunch provided by Catholic Community Services. Senior bus trips to local stores and events. Crafts and card making.
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.
Auburn Ave Kids present “Jack & The Beanstalk”: 2 p.m. Feb. 20. In real life, Jack is frightened of everything except the adventures in his head. But when given the choice to stay home and dream, or explore the world a giant beanstalk has to offer, Jack decides to climb the beanstalk and have a real-life adventure of his very own. Tickets: $8.
Second Sting – Scorpions Tribute: 7:30 p.m. Feb. 20. Fun, high-energy rock show pays homage to every era of the Scorpions, with a focus on their ‘80s hits. Tickets: $17 regular; $15 students, seniors.
Invisible Men of Honor: The Legend of the Buffalo Soldiers: 7 p.m. Feb. 25. To commemorate Black History Month, the City of Auburn presents a special screening of Invisible Men of Honor. Free. Space limited. Please bring items for donation to the screening. These daily essentials will then be distributed as “Blessing Bags” to local residents in need. Suggested donations: socks, toothbrushes, dental floss, deodorant, body wash, fleece throws, hand sanitizer, shaving cream, disposable razors, combs/brushes, rain poncho, pocket tissues, deck of cards, pocket mirror, flashlights with batteries, antibacterial ointment..
Heart by Heart: 7:30 p.m. Feb. 27. When it comes to Heart By Heart, expect some very skilled dedicated musicians, including original Heart members Mike Derosier and Steve Fossen, who love, respect and honor the songs and historical significance of the music of Heart. Tickets: $25 regular; $23 students, seniors.
ELSEWHERE
Zola’s Cafe: Live music every Friday, 7-9 p.m., 402 E. Main St., Suite 120. Live music and wine tasting on the first Saturday of each month, 7-9 p.m. For information, contact Sonia Kessler at the cafe at 253-333-9652.
“The Adventures of Tom Sawyer”: 7 p.m. March 25, 26; April 1, 2; 3 p.m. April 2. Green River College, main campus, Performing Arts Building, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Heavier Than Air Family Theatre Co. presents classic Mark Twain story, which recounts the mischief of a young boy growing up in the heartland of America. His greatest exploits come to life in this foot-stomping, toe-tapping tale of narrow escapes, comedy and inspiration. Tickets: $10 advance purchase, $12 at the door. For more information, call 253-833-9111 or visit www.heavierthanair.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 four leveled groups based on age and ability (grades 2 through 14). Call 253-315-3125 to schedule an audition. For more information, visit www.rainieryouthchoirs.org.
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. For more information, visit www.wrvmuseum.org or call 253-288-7439.
EXHIBITS
Small Bags for Big Events, 100 Years of Pretty Purses: Jan. 13-June 19. With a century of handbags to choose from, the new exhibit shows just how lovely they can be. Covering every material you can think of from beads to brocade, and mesh to mother-of-pearl, the display presents examples from as early as 1860 through the 1960s More than 130 purses on display in the exhibit, and several fully accessorized outfits from the 1950s and 1960s. Small Bags is supported by grants from 4Culture and the Auburn Hotel Motel Tax Fund.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS:
Friday Funday!: 9 a.m.-noon, Feb. 19. Children, 7-12 years old, can experience a morning packed with history, science and art activities. $15 per child. For more information and to register, visit wrvmuseum.org.
Preserving Your Family Treasures, Photos: 1-2 p.m. Feb. 27. Cost $2-$5.
Galleries
Auburn City Hall: Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Admission is free. 253-931-3043 or www.auburnwa.gov.
