Events
Auburn Tourism: For special events or to add a special event, go to www.auburntourism.com.
10th annual Early Learning Fair: 6-7:30 p.m. March 10, Auburn High School Commons, 711 E. Main St. Learning activities, community resources and kindergarten transition activities. Entertainment from the Reading Magician. A free dinner and prizes provided. Interpreters available. Parents and guardians of children ages birth to kindergarten encouraged to attend. Free. Those interested in attending should register by contacting Chelsea Vanderford, cvanderford@auburn.wednet.edu or call 253-931-4950.
Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM) fair: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., March 12, Auburn High School Commons, 711 E. Main St. Auburn High School FIRST Robotics club hosts. Elementary, middle and high school students showcase science and engineering projects, art work and musical performances. Free. For more information, contact Chris Zawislak, fair coordinator, at czawislak@auburn.wednet.edu.
Talk and book signing: 1:30-3:30 p.m. March 13, Auburn Public Library, 1102 Auburn Way S. Auburn native Dennis Brooke presents his book, “The Last Apostle”, based on the question, “What if John, the last apostle, was still alive and lived in Seattle?” Brooke will talk about the role of the library in the life of an author, his path to publication and answer audience questions.
Building Bridges-Connecting School, Community and Culture: 5-8 p.m. March 15, Auburn High School Commons and Performing Arts Center, 711 E. Main St. Featuring a free dinner from 5 to 6 p.m., a community resource fair, breakout sessions, a raffle, multi-cultural performances, robotics demonstrations and more. Interpreters available and limited transportation to the event provided. Elementary and middle school students and families encouraged to attend. For more information, contact Denise Daniels, equity, outreach and engagement coordinator, ddaniels@auburn.wednet.edu or 253-887-3928.
Soos Creek Botanical Garden and Heritage Center Opening Day: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. March 16, 29308 132nd Ave. SE, Auburn. Hours: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Wednesday-Saturday. Helebores, camellias and rhododendrons in bloom. Check out this year’s lineup of Red Barn classes. The garden/center is dedicated to promoting the enjoyment, understanding and conservation of plants and the natural world along with the community’s local history through education, research, and stewardship. Free. sooscreekbotanicalgarden.org. Also: Growing Veggies Year Round, a program presented by the Mountainview High School Horticultural Department, kicks off the new season. The free program is 1 p.m. March 23 at the Little Theater at the high School, 28900 124th Ave. SE.
Puget Sound Boat Show: March 17-20, Tacoma Dome, 2727 E D St. Hours: 11:00 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. March 20. Northwest boat dealers showcase the latest boat lines and models. Exhibitors offer marine accessories, fishing gear, wakeboards, water skis and other on-the-water toys. Local experts offer how-to advice on fishing, navigation, safety and other topics in free seminar presentations each day. Cost: $12 general admission; free to children 16 and under. Get $2 off discount coupons online at www.pugetsoundboatshow.com. Free parking.
Auburn School District Hiring Fair: 9 a.m.-noon, March 19, James P. Fugate Administration Building, 915 4th St. NE, Auburn. District is hiring teachers for the current and 2016-17 school years. Representatives from Alternate Pathways to Teaching available. Child nutrition, bus drivers, para-educators, substitutes and custodial staff on hand to answer questions and discuss working in the ASD. Attendees can apply online at the fair. For more information, please contact the Human Resources department at 253-931-4916 or humanresources@auburn.wednet.edu.
Quota Cares Western Days: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. April 2, Reber Ranch, 28606 132nd Ave. SE, Kent. Quota International of Kent Valley hosts a free event for special needs children and their families. Pony rides, a farm animal petting zoo, arts and crafts, tractor rides, a roping contest and other activities are planned. A hot dog lunch will be provided. For more information, visit www.quotakentvalley.com
State Spring Fair: April 14-17, Washington State Fairgrounds, 110 Ninth Ave. SW, Puyallup. Hours: 2-10 p.m. Thursday; 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday. Animals, the Northwest Junior Livestock Show, free entertainment, kids’ activities, Motorsport Mayhem and other attractions. Advance discount gate and ride tickets available at www.thefair.com mid-March until April 13, as well as at select Fred Meyer Stores, Safeway and Albertson’s stores for $7.50 (adults), and $6.50 (students 6-18 years). Adult gate tickets are $10 at the gate; students (6-18 years) are $8 at the gate. Children 5 years and under free. For more information, visit www.thefair.com.
Benefits
Citizen Appreciation Dinner: 5-7 p.m. March 19, 305 Milwaukee Blvd. S. Pacific. City of Pacific, in partnership with Valley Bible church, invites the public to the third annual Citizen of the Year banquet. Proceeds go to support youth and senior programs. Cost: $5 ages 12 and under; $10 ages 12 and up. For more information, contact Darcis Thach at 253-929-1153 or dthach@ci.pacific.wa.us.
Rummage sale: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. April 1; 9 a.m.-2 p.m. April 2, Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth St. SE. Variety of items priced to sell. Anyone interested in donating items for the sale can bring them to the center from 8 a.m.-5 p.m on March 29 through 3 p.m. March 31. Those interested in donating can call 253-931-3016 to arrange free pickup.
Bus Barn Bonanza: 9 a.m. April 2, 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.
White River Buddhist Temple Chicken Teriyaki Dinner: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. April 17, White River Buddhist Temple, 3625 Auburn Way N. Served cafeteria style or take-out. Bake sale features mochi, manju and more, and a plant sale. Cost: $12. Proceeds support the temple. www.wrbt.org
Health
Bloodworks Northwest drives: 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; 8-10:30 a.m. March 31, Aero Controls Inc., 1610 20th St. NW; noon-3 p.m. March 31, Auburn Mechanical, 2623 West Valley Highway N.; 8:30-10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. April 8, City Hall, 25 W. Main St. Appointments can be made by calling 1-800-398-7888, or visit www.bloodworksnw.org.
March Matness: Throughout March, Corestar Pilates, 205 E. Main St., Suite B, Auburn. Free Pilates mat and yoga classes. Open to the public; no experience in Pilates necessary. Each class is 45 minutes long. Come to as many classes as you would like. Classes available: 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 15, 22, 29; 12:10 p.m. Wednesday, March 9, 16, 23; 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 16, 30; 10 a.m. Thursday, March 10, 17, 24, 31; 5 p.m. Thursday, March 10, 17, 24; 9:30 a.m. Friday, March 11, 29; 9:30 a.m. Saturday (yoga) March 12, 19, 26; 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 12, 19. For more information: www.corestarpilates.com info@corestarpilates.com
Nick of Time Foundation Youth Heart Screen: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. April 6, Auburn Mountainview High School, 28900 124th Ave. SE, Auburn. Screenings consist of a heart health survey investigating signs and symptoms/family history of a cardiac conditionx, a blood pressure and physical exam and ECG (electrocardiogram). An on-site echocardiogram is conducted in cases with a positive finding on history or physical exam. Follow up support is available if needed. CPR-AED training is also available. Heart screens are available on a first-come, first-serve basis for any youth, athlete or not, ages 14-24 years, regardless of where they are enrolled in school. All students must pre-register for screenings. Screenings are free but a $25 donation is recommended to help cover the cost of the program. Screening health history forms may be picked up at the school’s main office or online at www.nickoftimefoundation.org/programs/screenings/. Please complete the forms, with a parent’s permission signature. To receive an appointment, return the forms to the school’s nurses office or scan/email them to jschneider@auburn.wednet.edu. For questions, call school nurse Jan Schneider at 253-876-2510.
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.
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., 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
Rainier Audubon Society: Meets regularly, Federal Way United Methodist Church, 29645 – 51st Ave. S.
Women’s Club of Federal Way: Meets on the third Wednesday of each month, Twin Lakes Golf and Country Club, 3583 SW 320th St.,Federal Way. March 16 program: Chico’s of Kent brings new spring fashions along with how-to-wear tips. Newcomers from all areas are welcome. Cost $15. Call 253-927-2766 for reservations.
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. March 14, 21 and 28. 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. March 15, 22 and 29. 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. March 10, 17, 24 and 31. Ages 2 to 3 with adult. Stories, songs and fun.
Preschool Story Times: 11:15 a.m. March 10, 17, 24 and 31. Ages 3 to 7 with adult. Stories, songs and fun.
Build It! Bricks at the Library: 4 p.m. March 10, 17, 24 and 31. 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. March 20, “Minions”.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.
Style, Songwriting through Youth Literature Education Workshop: 2 p.m. March 12. Presented by The Bushwick Book Club. Ages 5 and older with adult. Love music and want to be a songwriter? Using a multicultural book, you will join talented musicians and together write a song based on the story.
TEENS
Teen Zone: 3:30-5 p.m. March 9, 16, 23 and 30. Middle and high school ages. Play video games, snack, get online, hang out, study, or pick-up a good book.
Study Zone: 3-5 p.m. Tuesdays, 5-7 p.m. Wednesdays. When school is in session. Grades K-12. Drop in for free homework help from trained volunteer tutors.
Teen Writers’ Group: 3:30 p.m. March 18. Middle and high school ages. Share what you’ve been writing, improve your craft and have fun. Snacks will be served.
Fandom Zone: 3:30 p.m. March 29. 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. March 19; • One-On-One Computer Help, 2 p.m. 2:30 p.m., 3 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. March 19; • Microsoft PowerPoint, 1:30 p.m. March 16; • Microsoft Publisher, 3:30 p.m. March 16; • Gmail Level 1, 1:30 p.m. March 23; • Gmail Level 2, 3:30 p.m. March 23.
Tablets 101: Noon. March 25. 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.
Sign Up for ORCA Lift’s Reduced Fares: 1-5 p.m. March 31; 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. March 17. 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. March 17. “San Miguel” by T.C. Boyle.
AARP Tax Help: 2:30 p.m. March 15, 22 and 29. 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. March 9, 16 and 23. Volunteers from South King County Genealogical Society will be available to answer your questions.
Drop-In to Learn about eBooks: 2-3 p.m. March 9. Get started with KCLS eBooks. Bring your eReader, tablet, phone or just your questions.
Coloring Time for Adults: 3 p.m. March 28. 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. March 30. 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.
Talk Time Classes: 6 p.m. Thursdays. Practice speaking English with other English language learners.
Book Signing, Reading & Writer’s Discussion: 1:30 p.m. March 13. Local author Dennis Brooke will be coming for a reading, book signing, writer’s discussion, and Q&A for his debut novel, “The Last Apostle”. Copies of the book will be available for purchase during the event.
EVERYONE’S TALKING ABOUT IT
Life in Service at Downton Abbey: 7 p.m. March 17. Are you a fan of the British drama television series Downton Abbey, or curious to learn what all the commotion is about? Join us behind the scenes as historian Tames Alan talks about and displays period images that show realities of life and work “downstairs” on a great British estate before WWI. At the time, more than 50 percent of Britain’s population was “in service,” so it’s no surprise that half the plot of the popular Downton Abbey series takes place below stairs.
Algona-Pacific Library, 225 Ellingson Road, Pacific. 253-833-3554. Library events include:
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Toddler Story Time: 10:15 a.m. March 15, 22 and 29. Ages 2 to 3 with adult. Stories, rhymes, music and fun.
Preschool Story Time: 11 a.m. March 15, 22 and 29. Ages 3 to 5 with adult. Enjoy stories, activities and music while children develop pre-reading skills. A short play time follows the program.
TEENS
Study Zone: 4-6 p.m. Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m. Thursdays. Grades K-12. Drop in for free homework help from trained volunteer tutors.
Teen Zone: 3:30-5 p.m. March 10, 17, 24 and 31. Middle and high school ages. Play video games, snack, hang out, study, or pick-up a good book.
Graphic Novel and Comics Club: 4 p.m. March 15. “Amulet: The Stonekeeper” by Kazu Kibuishi. Grades 4-7. Join us at the library to talk about graphic novels and comics! We will discuss a graphic novel, do related activities, and have snacks. Copies of the book of the month are available at the Information Desk.
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. Class registration is 5 p.m. March 22. Space limited.
Algona-Pacific Page Turners Book Club: 7:30 p.m. March 16. “Women of the Silk” by Gail Tsukiyama.
EVERYONE’S TALKING ABOUT IT
Qigong: Body, Breath and Relaxation: 11 a.m. March 26. 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.
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.
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.
Financial literacy for veterans and general public: 6 p.m. March 16, Auburn Senior Activity Center, Millennium Room 1, 808 Ninth St. SE. Learn how to improve your credit score, navigate your finances, deal with expenses, establish a plan for emergencies, savings and your future and build a working budget. Presented by the City of Auburn Veterans Services. Register at www.surveymonkey.com/r/TZLTPXV or email veteransservices@auburnwa.gov
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), 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.
Michael Tomlinson: 7:30 p.m. March 12. Widely known for his friendly concerts, funny stories and warm, goodwill onstage Michael Tomlinson performs his own songs ranging in styles from folk and pop, to jazz and rock. His melody-rich songs speak to the heart and focus on community and humankind. Tickets: $20 regular; $18 students, seniors.
Broadway’s Next Hit Musical: 7:30 p.m. March 18, 19. Master improvisers gather made-up, hit song suggestions from the audience and create a spontaneous evening of music, humor and laughter. The audience votes for its favorite song and watches as the cast turns it into a full-blown improvised musical. Don’t miss the next great American musical – it could be written by you. Tickets: $20 regular; $18 students, seniors.
Comedy at the Ave: 7:30 p.m. March 25. Headliner: Drake Witham. Comedy Night at the Ave will keep you laughing all night long as three comedians will work to twist your funny bone. Ages 18 and over only. Tickets: $17 regular; $15 students, seniors.
Just One Look – Tribute to Linda Ronstadt: 7:30 p.m. March 26. Crowned greatest female vocalist of the 1970s, Linda Ronstadt’s career has spanned four decades, 30 studio albums, 15 compilation/greatest hits albums, and 38 Billboard Hot 100 Singles. Her music style included popular, rock and folk music, and later in her career traditional Mexican songs. Tickets: $20 regular; $18 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.
Celebrating 10 Years of Chamber Music: at 4 p.m. March 13, St. Matthew Episcopal Church, 123 L St. NE, Auburn. Auburn Symphony Orchestra Chamber Concert Series presentation. Beethoven’s “Archduke” Piano Trio, op. 97 in B flat Major and Schumann’s Piano Quartet op. 47 in E flat Major are serene favorites that highlight the melodic blend of piano and strings and pay tribute to the opening concert of the symphony’s chamber series 10 years ago. Violinists Lynn Johnson and Steve Bryant, violist Sue Jane Bryant, cellist Brian Wharton and pianist Christina Siemens are the featured musicians on this program, Johnson and Wharton having played the inaugural concert in January 2006. Tickets: $18 for adults and seniors, $10 for students. Tickets available in advance online at auburnsymphony.org, or by calling 253-887-7777. They also will be available at the door.
“Live 2.0!”: 7 p.m. Saturday, March 19, Kentlake High School Performing Arts Center, 21401 SE 300th St., Kent. Maple Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra performs classic music, featuring its Junior Symphony Orchestra, along with violin soloist Alexa DeMarco. Admission is a suggested $10 donation. For more information, visit www.mvyso.org or call 425-433-6009.
“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.
Poetry
Poetry at the Rainbow Café: 7-9 p.m. first Monday of the month, at the café, 112 E. Main St. Featuring the works of Geri Gale and Priscilla Long. Coffee and conversation follow readings. It is an open mic opportunity. The public is invited.
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.
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.
