Events

Auburn Tourism: For special events or to add a special event, go to www.auburntourism.com.

America’s Largest Antique & Collectible Show: Feb. 1-2, Washington State Fairgrounds, SleepCountry ShowPlex (enter at Blue Gate), 110 Ninth Ave SW, Puyallup. Show hours: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Admission: Regular $6; children 12 and under free. Information: 503-282-0877, info@palmerwirfs.com, www.christinepalmer.net.

Beyond High School Night: 6-8 p.m. Feb. 6, Auburn High School, 800 Fourth St. NE. Open to middle and high school students and parents. Homeschool and private school students also are welcome. College and career conference aimed at providing students and parents information about options after high school. Approximately 50 representatives from various technical colleges, community colleges, universities, apprentice programs, military branches and employers will be at the event, which also includes numerous workshops. School district representatives will be available to answer questions on the recent district-wide Readistep, PSAT and SAT testing.

Aquarium Cartel: 1-4 p.m. Feb. 8, Auburn Fraternal Order of Eagles, 702 M St. SE, Auburn. An aquarium swap meet, bringing together breeders, importers and local stores to create a one-day temporary market. Fish, shrimp, plants, equipments – for freshwater and saltwater habitat – will be available. The event is free to the public. Email aquariumcartel@gmail.com to reserve you vendor table for a $10 fee.

Daddy Daughter Night: 6:30-9 p.m. Feb. 21, 22, 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 years. $45/$57 per couple, $10/$13 each additional daughter. For more information, call 253-931-3043.

Northwest Aviation Conference & Trade Show: Feb. 22-23, Washington State Fairgrounds, SleepCountry ShowPlex (enter at Blue Gate), 110 Ninth Ave SW, Puyallup. Show hours: 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. Admission: $5; kids 17 and under free. Information: 360-427-5599 or 866-922-7469, www.washington-aviation.org

Sewing & Stitchery Expo: Feb. 27-March 2, Washington State Fairgrounds, SleepCountry ShowPlex (enter at Blue or Gold Gate), 110 Ninth Ave SW, Puyallup. Hours: 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. Sunday. Admission: $10 online, per ticket per day. Must pre-register for individual classes at: www.sewexpo.com. For more information: Janet York, 253-445-4629, janet@sewexpo.com.

My Wedding My Way Wedding Show: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. March 8, Green River Community College, 12401 SE 320th, Auburn. For brides and grooms-to-be looking to do it themselves, or who want their special day to be offbeat, funky, eco-chic or traditional with a twist. Hands-on workshops, vendors, live band performances and fashion shows. More than 40 retailers scheduled to attend. Information: Patty Sherman, psherman@greenriver.edu, 253-333-6012, or www.greenriver.edu.

Benefits

The Bus Barn Bonanza: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Held on the first Saturday of every month, February to June, October to December, Auburn School District Transportation Yard, 615 15th St. SW. Featuring arts and crafts from local artists and business people. Free to the public. A $10 vendor fee supports the Auburn High School seniors scholarship fund. For more information, contact Janie Bartro at 253-227-7789, or visit www.busbarnbonanza.com.

Auburn Soroptimists 12th annual Cupid’s Caper: 6:30-11 p.m. Feb. 8, Meridian Valley Country Club, 24830 136th Ave SE, Kent. Public invited. The theme: Cupid Goes Platinum, celebrating 20 years of Cupid’s Caper. The fundraiser supports struggling women and their families through the Shelter for Sisters and Women’s Opportunity Award programs. Businesses and individuals can raise funds through a variety of opportunities: purchase a $65 ticket and attend Cupid’s Caper, donate an item to the silent auction, or sponsor the event with a cash donation or matching grant up to $10,000. Purchase tickets or arrange to make a donation by contacting event chair, Sarah Miller, at sarah@beeze.com or 253-293-5781.

Best In Show: 4:30-8 p.m. Feb. 11, Spunky Monkey, 124 2nd St. SE, Auburn. Celebrate dogs and support the Auburn Valley Humane Society. Animal lovers unite for a live viewing of the 138th annual Westminster Dog Show. Door prizes; dog-related games; silent auction and 50/50 raffle; prize basket drawings; menu items available to purchase. Help raise funds for homeless animals in Auburn. Reserve your free admission ticket now. Tickets available at AVHS, 4910 A St. SE, Auburn. For more information, call Lynette or Sharon at 253-249-7849 or email lboado@auburnvalleyhs.org.

Painting with the Stars: 6:30 p.m. Feb. 27, Green River Community College, Lindbloom Student Center, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. A benefit for the Interurban Center for the Arts (ICA), which provides training, materials and support for arts education in local elementary schools. Event features artwork created by community dignitaries, business leaders, local artists and ICA volunteer docent. Event attendees can bid on that art as well as donated items like theater tickets, museum and zoo passes, sports items and tours. Tickets: $15 pre-purchased, $20 at the door. For additional information or to purchase tickets, call 253-288-3330.

Fifth Annual Auburn Mountainview Booster Club Auction: 5:30-9:30 p.m. March 29, Emerald Downs, 2300 Emerald Downs Drive, Auburn. Theme: Welcome to the Jungle! More than 20 clubs and sports represented, as well as Invest Ed, formerly known as the Saul Haas Foundation. Event raises an average of more than $7,000 for senior scholarships. Tickets: $40, includes dinner, live and silent auctions. Tickets can be purchased from the auction committee. Donations (monetary and items) are welcome and greatly appreciated. Auction items due March 8. For more information, visit www.amhsbooster.org/Support.html

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:  Noon-6 p.m. Feb. 4, Auburn Adventist Academy, 5000 Auburn Way S.; 9 a.m.-noon, Feb. 5, Dynacraft, 650 Milwaukee Blvd., Algona; 1:30-4 p.m. Feb. 5, EZ-Access, 700 Milwaukee Ave. N., Algona; 12:30-3 p.m. Feb. 27, MultiCare Auburn Medical Center, Plaza 1, 202 N. Division St.; 12:30-3:30 p.m. March 4, GSA, 400 15th St. SW; 1-7 p.m. March 10, LDS Church, 625 M. St. NE. For more information, call 253-945-8667 or please visit www.psbc.org.

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

Soroptimist International of Auburn: Noon-1 p.m. Feb. 5, Rainer Room, Truitt Building, 102 W. Main St. Soroptimist is an international women’s organization for business and professional who work to improve the lives of women and girls, in local communities and throughout the world. Cost: $15 lunch fee for non-members. For more information, email president Tonya Clark at info@siauburn.org or visit www.siauburn.org.

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. 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.

Auburn Green River Valley Prospecting Club: Meets 7:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of  each month, The River Estates Community Center, 3611 I St. NE, Auburn. Club promotes recreational prospecting, camaraderie and education with members, local organizations and youth groups throughout the Puget Sound Region.  Affiliated chapter of The Gold Prospectors Association of America. Offers places for individuals and families to go to prospect, local support, free information services. Membership is free and open to anyone who is interested in prospecting for gold or other precious minerals, metal detecting or rock hounding.  For more information,  call 253 833-2255 or visit  pnwgpaa.com/Washington/Auburn/Calendar.

Libraries

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

CHILDREN & FAMILIES

Preschool Story Time: 11 a.m. Jan. 30, Feb. 6, 13, 27. Ages 3 to 7 with adult, siblings welcome. Prepare your child for school by exploring the ABCs with stories, songs and movement.

Afternoon Family ABC Story Time: 1:45 p.m. Feb. 3, 10, 24. Ages 3 and older with caregiver. Explore the alphabet through books, music, movement and felt boards.

Infant and Young Toddler Story Time: 10:15 a.m. Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26. 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 Time: 10:15 a.m. Jan. 30, Feb. 6, 13, 27. Ages 2 to 3 with adult, siblings welcome. Explore Early Literacy through stories, movement, music and flannel boards.

Super Saturday Family Story Time: 11 a.m. Feb. 1. Family program, all ages welcome with adult.

Early Literacy Parties in Spanish: 6 p.m. Thursdays, Jan.16-March 6. Series of eight free workshops in Spanish for families to learn about Early Literacy and how to prepare their children for Kindergarten. In each of the workshops, get information about Early Literacy, free books in Spanish, craft materials, snacks and the opportunity to socialize with other families.

TEENS

Study Zone: 5-7 p.m. Jan. 30, Feb. 3, 5, 6, 10, 12, 13, 24, 26, 27; 3-5 p.m. Feb. 4, 11, 25. Drop in for free homework help from trained volunteer tutors.

Teen Zone: 3:30 p.m. Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26. Snack, hang out, study, play video games and pick up a good book.

Teen Book Club: 4 p.m. Feb. 18.  “The False Princess” by Eilis O’Neal.

Magic, The Gathering & Dungeons and Dragons: 3:30 p.m. Jan. 30. Want to learn how to play or improve your game play of Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons? Learn from the experts. Wizards of the Coast will teach you what you need to know and answer your questions.

Teen Writers’ Group: 3:30 p.m. Feb. 7, 21. Meet other teen authors, share what you’ve been writing, improve your craft and have fun.

Teen Library Council: 3:30 p.m. Feb. 10. Have a say in what goes on at the library for teens, develop planning and leadership skills and earn community service hours.

Middle School Book Club: 3 p.m. Feb. 11. “Tentacles” by Roland Smith.

Armor and Metalworking 101: 3:30 p.m. Feb. 13. Learn how the pros make armor and other types of metal working. Saign Charlestein, prop maker for the film and entertainment industry, will talk about armor and weapon fabrication and show you the tools he uses in his work. Try out the tools, ask questions.

Strategic Gaming Club: 3:30 p.m. Feb. 13, 27. Play Magic, The Gathering, Dungeons & Dragons and other role playing games at the library.

Monday Afternoon Movie: 3 p.m. Feb. 24. Contact the library for movie title.

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 (ESL) : 6 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. No class Feb. 17. A formal class to learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills.

Genealogy Assistance: 1-3 p.m. Feb. 1, 5, 8, 19. Volunteers from South King County Genealogical Society will be available to answer your questions.

Computer classes: Sign-up at the Information Desk or call 253-931-3018.  • One-on-One Assistance: 5 p.m., 5:30 p.m., 6 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Feb. 3; 6 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 7 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Feb. 11; 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2 p.m. and 2:30 p.m., Feb. 23. • Microsoft Excel Level 2: 1 p.m. Feb. 5; • Microsoft PowerPoint: noon, Feb. 15; • Introduction to Computers: 1 p.m. Feb. 19.

Drop-In to Learn about eBooks: 2-3 p.m. Feb. 13; 11 a.m.-noon Feb. 15; 1-2 p.m. Feb. 18. Get started with KCLS eBooks! Bring your eReader, tablet, phone or just your questions.

Tablets 101: 3:30 p.m. Feb. 21. Learn how to use your new tablet or eReader. This class teaches the basics, how to turn off your device completely, Wi-Fi 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. 25. The Friends of the Auburn Library 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.

AARP Tax Help: Tuesdays, Feb. 4-April 8. First appointment will be from approximately 1:30 p.m., with the last appointment taken at 7:30 p.m. This free service is provided by trained AARP TaxAide volunteers for taxpayers of any age or income level. Please call 253-931-3018 to schedule appointments.

Auburn Library Book Club: 7 p.m. Feb. 11. “The End of Your Life Book Club” by Will Schwalbe.

Oath Ceremony of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services: 11 a.m. Feb. 20. Support our newest citizens as they take an oath of allegiance to complete their naturalization process.

Start to Fitness: If you’re resolved to begin the New Year with 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.

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

CHILDREN & FAMILIES

Family Story Times: 10 a.m. Feb. 21. Held at the Pacific Community Center, 305 Milwaukee Avenue, Pacific. Family program, all ages welcome with adult.

Toddler Story Time: 10:15 a.m. Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25. Ages 2 to 3 with adult. Stories, rhymes, music and fun.

Preschool Story Time: 11 a.m. Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25. Ages 3 to 5 with adult. Enjoy stories, activities and music while children develop pre-reading skills. Short playtime follows program.

Legos at the Library: 3:30 p.m. Feb. 24. Ages 5 to 11 with adult. Have some fun building with Legos. Create around the monthly theme or build what you like. You bring the ideas and we will supply the LEGOs.

TEENS

Study Zone: 6-8 p.m. Feb. 3, 10, 24; 4-6 p.m. Jan. 30, Feb. 5, 6, 12, 13, 26, 27. Grades K-12. Drop in for free homework help from trained volunteer tutors.

Teen Zone: 3-5 p.m. Jan. 30, Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27. For teens in middle and high school. Snack, get online, hang out, play video games, study or pick up a good book.

Duct Tape Crafts: 3 p.m. Feb. 4. Get creative and colorful with duct tape. Make a wallet, bracelet, phone case and more.

Books and Bites: 3 p.m. Feb. 18. For grades 6-12. Come to the library to talk about any books you’ve been reading recently and enjoy some snacks.

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. • Introduction to Computers, noon, Feb. 8; • One-On-One Assistance: 3 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 4 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Feb. 10; • Microsoft Excel Level 1: 6:30 p.m. Feb. 12.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESL): 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Presented by Green River Community College. A formal class to learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills.

Drop-In to Learn about eBooks: 2-3 p.m. Feb. 7. Get started with KCLS eBooks. Bring your eReader, tablet, phone or just your questions.

Algona-Pacific Page Turners: 7:30 p.m. Feb. 19. “The Warmth of Other Suns: the Epic Story of America’s Great Migration” by Isabel Wilkerson

Start to Fitness: If you’re resolved to begin the New Year with 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:

Bricks and More Fun: 3:30 p.m. Feb. 5. Play with Legos and bring your friends for constructive fun in the library.

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; • fifth Thursday – Don Giovanni’s Ristorante and Wine Bar, 18 Auburn Way S. 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, 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.

South Sound Chambers of Commerce Legislative Coalition’s Legislative Breakfast: 7:30-9 a.m. Jan. 10, Emerald Downs, Emerald Room (fourth floor), 2300 Emerald Downs Drive.. A preview to the coalition’s 2014 legislative priorities. Registration begins at 7 a.m. Register at www.auburnareawa.org

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.

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.

Free Fourth Friday Movies: All 8 p.m. starts. Feb. 28, “Psycho” (R; 1960); March 28, “Close Encounters of the Third Kind” (PG; 1977); April 25, “Airplane!” (PG; 1980) – April 25, 8:00 p.m. Free tickets available at the door only, doors open one hour prior to showtime. Limited to 250 people.

Free Olympic-themed Movies: All 2 p.m. starts: Feb. 9, “Cool Runnings” (PG; 1993); Feb. 16, “Downhill Racer” (NR; 1969); Feb. 23, “Miracle” (PG; 2004). Free tickets available at the door only, doors open one hour prior to showtime. Limited to 250 people.

Michael Powers: 7:30 p.m. Jan. 31: Contemporary instru­mental music. Powers’ sound is rooted in the jazz tradition, incorporating pop, R&B, and a blues core. Tickets: $17 regular; $15 students, seniors.

Heartless: 7:30 p.m. Feb. 8. Authentic Heart tribute show performs a mixture of the band’s classic tunes from the 1970s and 1980s, including hits like “Barracuda”, “Magic Man”, “Crazy On You”, “Heartless”, “Never” and “Straight On”. Tickets: $20 regular; $18 students, seniors.

Chocolate Confessions: 7:30 p.m. Feb. 14. Do you know the amazing story behind the chocolate chip cookie? Or do you know how rivals Hershey’s and Mars came together to produce M&M’s? Chocolate Confessions is the deliciously funny one-woman musical comedy about love, life, and chocolate that answers these questions and more. Arrive early (lobby opens at 6:30) for this Valentine’s Day experience, with sweet treats provided by Gosanko Chocolates (donations for the Auburn Food Bank will be accepted). A limited number of special Sweetheart Packages will be available which will include two show tickets, a table for two, beverage of your choice from the Kiwanis Club of Auburn, Chocolate from Gosanko’s and flowers from Alice Octavia. Tickets: $17 regular; $15 students, seniors; $80 Sweetheart Package.

February Comedy at the Ave: 7:30 p.m. Feb. 15. Three comedians in one night. Tickets: $17 regular; $15 students, seniors.

AUBURN PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

APAC, 206 E St. NE, 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.

Cirque Ziva, Chinese Acrobats: 7:30 p.m. Feb. 1. A beautiful and technically brilliant show, Cirque Ziva is the newest creation from producer Danny Chang (Artistic Director, Golden Dragon Acrobats). The skilled troupe of 25 presents traditional and modern Chinese acrobatics, dance, aerial stunts, contortion and more. Tickets: $20 regular; $18 students, seniors.

Auburn Symphony Orchestra’s Musical Gems: 7:30 p.m.  Feb. 15, free pre-concert lecture at 6:45 p.m., and 2:30 p.m.  Feb. 16, free pre-concert lecture at 1:45 p.m. ASO performs Antonin Dvorak’s ambitious Symphony No. 7, considered by many as equal in stature to his “New World” Symphony. Also featured is ASO’s esteemed principal clarinetist, Jennifer Nelson, performing Carl Maria von Weber’s Clarinet Concerto No. 2. Reserved seats: $34 adults, $27 seniors, $10 students. Call 253-887-7777 or purchase online at www.auburnsymphony.org.

ELSEWHERE

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. • Feb. 5 program: Priscilla Long, Eva Bennett and special guest Lucas Smiraldo, the Poet Laureate of Tacoma. 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.

Honk!: 7 p.m. March 21, 22, 28, 29; 3 p.m. March 22, 29, Green River Community College, Performing Arts Building, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Heavier Than Air Family Theatre production. A poultry tale in a musical based on Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Ugly Duckling”. Honk!’s charm, humor and message of tolerance is perfect for a family audience. Tickets: $10 advance, $12 at the door. www.heavierthanair.com

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.

Music at The Station Bistro: 6-9 p.m., Saturdays, 110 Second St. SW, Suite 125, Auburn. 253-735-1399, auburnstationbistro.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. 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

Alpine Photography of George L. Kinkade: Jan. 15-June 1. Breathtaking imagery of the Cascade Mountains as seen through the eyes of a pioneering photographic explorer.

PROGRAMS:

Late Play Date: 6-8 p.m. Beginning Feb. 6, on the first Thursday of the month. Monthly free program for kids age 3-12. Families can enjoy free admission to the museum as well as themed craft stations and activities. No registration required.

Great Photos with any Camera: 6-8 p.m. Feb. 11, 18, 25. In this series of classes you will learn photography basics, including camera functions, composition and image editing. Whether you have a point and shoot, digital SLR, or even an iPhone, instructor Cary Davidson will teach you how to maximize your camera to get great photos.

Galleries

Auburn City Hall:  8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Admission is free. 253-931-3043 or www.auburnwa.gov.

Auburn Valley Creative Arts Gallery: 108 S. Division St., Auburn. Hours:  10 a.m.-2 p.m., Wednesday-Friday; noon-4 p.m., Saturday. www.facebook.com/auburnvalleycreativearts. AVCA monthly meetings: 7 p.m., second Tuesday of each month.  Board meetings are at 5:45 p.m. Open to anyone wishing to volunteer and help steer AVCA to future goals.

PROGRAMS

New Beginnings: 6 p.m. Feb. 7. Open house for new AVCA art show.