Events
Auburn Tourism: For special events or to add a special event, go to www.auburntourism.com.
Petpalooza: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. May 17, Game Farm Park, 3030 R St. SE, Auburn. Pet-friendly festival. Animal entertainment, Dog Trot, Unleashed pet contest, petting zoo, interactive bug zoo, demonstrations, food vendors, Skyhoundz Disc Dog Championship, more than 150 vendors, pet adoptions, exams, vaccinations and other related services. Sponsors include Green River Veterinary Hospital, Banfield Pet Hospital, Del’s Feed & Farm Supply, Reber Ranch, PetSmart, Petco, Media support courtesy of 100.7 The Wolf, Radio Disney Seattle, the Auburn Reporter and Pet Connection Magazine. Free admission. For more information, call 253-931-3043 or visit www.auburnwa.gov/petpalooza
RELATED EVENTS
Dog Trot: 8:30 a.m. (check-in and on-site registration), 9:30 (run begins). Family-oriented fun run event. “Chip-timed” starts and finishes in the same location. Participants have a choice of a 3K or 5K route. The course is flat, easy and enjoyable for all ages and ability levels. Awards will be distributed to the top participant in five age groups. First 100 participants who register receive a free goody bag. Fee: No registration May 15 and 16); on-site registration (May 17) $25, includes T-shirt while supplies last. Registration form and event rules/information available at www.auburnwa.gov/events. For more information, call 253-931-3043.
“Her Choice, Our Choice!”: 11 a.m.–2 p.m. May 20, Highline Community College, Student Union; Building 8, Mount Constance Room. HCC Women’s Programs, in partnership with the Southwest King County Coalition Against Trafficking (SWKCAT), host a forum to raise awareness about human trafficking. Learn more about the issue from two perspectives, the victim and the buyer, and how the community can end sex trafficking. Free. Lunch provided. Reservations may be made at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/670020.
“Rape For Profit”: 6:30 p.m. May 20, Kent-Meridian High School Performing Arts Center, 10020 SE 256th St., Kent. Southeast King County Coalition Against Trafficking presentation. Documentary sheds light of human trafficking in the Seattle area. Kent Police Det. Lovisa Dvorak to appear and discuss the trafficking situation in the area. Parental guidance advised. Co-sponsored by the Kent Covenant Church. Event is free but seating is limited to 350. Reserve your seat at www.brownpapertickets/event/662273.
King County Community Service Area program spring town hall meeting: 7-9 p.m. May 20, Neuwaukum Grange Hall, 38402 180th Ave. SE, Auburn. Open house is an opportunity for residents of unincorporated areas to learn more about King County’s work in their specific community and speak out about their own priorities. Guests are King County Councilmembers Peter von Reichbauer and Reagan Dunn, King County Sheriff John Urquhart and Deputy Executive Fred Jarrett. For more information, visit www.kingcounty.gov/exec/community-service-areas.aspx.
Memorial Day Veterans Remembrance Ceremony: 11 a.m., May 26, William C. Warren Building, Veterans Memorial Park, 405 E. St. NE, Auburn. American Legion Post 78, VFW Post 1741 and the Inter-Tribal Warrior Society performing the ceremony. Public invited.
City of Algona Kids Fishing Derby: 9 a.m.-1 p.m., May 31, Matchett Park, 402 Warde St. For kids, ages 13 and under. A portable pond will be stocked with trout. Poles and bait will be provided. The event is free but ticket reservations are required beginning May 19 at City Hall. For more information, call 253-833-2897.
Auburn – Our Town, 123rd birthday celebration: 5-8 p.m. June 6, City Hall Plaza, 25 W. Main St. Local music, visit from Anna Belle the calf, food from Longhorn Barbecue, beer garden featuring local breweries and free birthday cupcakes. Public invited. White River Valley Museum and Mary Olson providing historic displays. For more information, contact the Auburn Downtown Association at 253-939-3982 or auburndt.org.
Benefits
Trivia Challenge: 6-9 p.m. May 14, Auburn Golf Course Clubhouse, 29630 Green River Road, Auburn. Want to test your smarts in a fun, entertaining way? Have some friends you think are pretty smart? Join ACAP, Auburn Youth Resources and Kiwanis Club of the Valley for a night of team trivia. Proceeds benefit ACAP, a division of AYR that provides child care and early learning opportunities to low-income families in Auburn. Tickets: $40 per person. Raffle for prizes. Snacks provided, cash bar available. As a dinner option, Copper Falls will take $10 off of two entrees. For more information, contact Greg Dobbs, The Kiwanis Club of the Valley, at 253-951-9901 or kiwanisteamtrivia@gmail.com
Relay for Life of Auburn: 6 p.m., May 16, concludes May 17, Auburn Memorial Field, 801 Fourth St. NE. Public invited to join the annual American Cancer Society event. Opening ceremony begins at 6 p.m., followed by the Survivor Lap, Caretaker Lap and Team Lap. Auburn Police staff providing dinner. Luminaria ceremony is at 10 p.m. For more information, visit more information, visit www.auburnrelay.com.
31st annual Scholarship Show: 8 p.m. May 17, Auburn Performing Arts Center, 206 E St. NE. Featuring Thompson Square. Sponsored by the Auburn Rotary Club and KMPS 94.1. Proceeds benefit the Auburn Rotary Scholarship Fund. Tickets: $40 balcony, $50 mezzanine, $60 orchestra. To order, call 206-628-0888 or www.ticketmaster.com.
Terry Home Fundraising Dinner: Seatings 5 and 7 p.m., May 18. Gino’s Bistro, 23917 SE Kent Kanglley Road, Maple Valley, at the Four Corners intersection. Proceeds go to advance the work of Terry Home, providing local housing for young adult survivors of traumatic brain injuries. For reservations and more information, call 253-951-4041 or email emmontgomery@comcast.net
A Little Wine, A Little Music: 6-7:15 p.m. May 31, Meridian County Club, 24830 136th Ave. SE, Kent. Auburn Symphony Orchestra’s silent auction, music and dinner. Cost: $65 per person. Country Club attire, please.
Domestic Violence Task Force Community Parking Lot Sale: June 6, 7, Grace Community Church, 1320 Auburn Way S. Proceeds benefit survivors of domestic violence and the Humane Society. Accepting donations on June 5. Please bring gently used items to the church after 3 p.m. No clothes or damaged items please. Accepting used cell phones. More information: Shelly David, domestic violence advocate, at 253-931-3072, 253-209-7922 or sdavid@auburnwa.gov or visit www.ccradv.org
The Bus Barn Bonanza: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., June 7, 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.
Reunions
Auburn High School Walk-Through: 1-4 p.m. June 7, Auburn High School, 800 Fourth Ave. NE. Auburn Public Schools Foundation hosting free event. Alumni and the public invited. An opportunity to see the main building before demolition begins this summer. For more information, visit www.auburnpsf.org
4th Annual Auburn Trojan Baseball Bash: 3-6 p.m. June 7, Longhorn Barbecue, 635 C St. SW, Auburn. Guest coach Bob Moliter. Former players, coaches, faculty, friends and fans welcome. Free. Food and Beverage service available. For more information, contact Jon Peninger at 206-992-6750 or senior22006@comcast.net.
Auburn High School Class of ‘74: 6:30 p.m. July 26, Copper Falls Restaurant, Auburn Golf Course, 29630 Green River Road SE. Fun-filled evening, celebrating 40 years. Several functions planned for the weekend, including golf. Cost: $30. For more information, email 40classreunion@q.com.
RELATED EVENT
Scramble golf tournament: 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. July 25, Auburn Golf Course. Open to ‘74 grads and spouses. Cost $55, with prizes Contact: Fred Thomas at 206-786-7480 or fred@kellythomasinc.com or Bill Sigmar at 206-510-4641 or sbsigmar@gmail.com. www.classcreator.com/Auburn-Washington-Auburn-Senior-1974/class_index.cfm
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: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. May 21, Auburn Mountainview High School, 28900 124th Ave. SE; 9-11 a.m., noon-3 p.m. May 23, Zones, Inc., 1102 15th St. SW; 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. June 26, Auburn City Hall, 25 W. Main St. For more information, call 253-945-8667 or please visit www.psbc.org.
Auburn Health Fair: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. June 28, cross streets of East Main Street and B Street Northeast in a parking lot and one block of B Street. Raising awareness of health and wellness. Special appearances by nutritional and fitness speakers. Topics include healthy weight management, natural choices and sports performance nutrition. Co-sponsored by MultiCare, Turning Point Studio Personal Training, Corestar Pilates, Tribeca Day Spa, American Karate Escrima Association, and the Auburn Downtown Association. Vendor opportunities available. Deadline to sign up is June 1. For more information, visit www.auburnhealthfair.com or call the ADA at 253-939-3982.
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
Rainier Audubon Society: 7 p.m. May 19, Federal Way United Methodist Church, 29645 – 51 st Ave. Presentation by Ed Swan, “The Birds of Vashon Island.
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. May 15, 22. Ages 3 to 7 with adult, siblings welcome. Prepare your child for school by exploring the ABCs with stories, songs and movement.
Infant and Young Toddler Story Time: 10:15 a.m. May 21, 28. 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.
Afternoon Family ABC Story Time: 1:45 p.m. May 19. Ages 3 and older with caregiver. Explore the alphabet through books, music, movement and felt boards.
Toddler Story Time: 10:15 a.m. May 15, 22. Ages 2 to 3 with adult, siblings welcome. Explore Early Literacy through stories, movement, music and flannel boards
Spanish Story Time: 6:30 p.m. May 15, 22. Enjoy stories, songs and games in Spanish and English.
Bricks and More Fun: 3:30 p.m. May 15. Ages 5 to 12 with adult. Play with Legos, try a themed activity and bring your friends for constructive fun at the library.
Play & Learn: 10:30 a.m.-noon, May 19. Newborn to age 5 with adult. Have fun singing songs, telling stories, reading books, creating art and playing. Play & Learn is in English.
TEENS
Study Zone: 5-7 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 3-5 p.m. Tuesdays. No Study Zone on May 26. Drop in for free homework help from trained volunteer tutors.
Teen Zone: 3:30 p.m. May 21, 28. Snack, get online, hangout, play video games, study or pick up a good book.
Strategic Gaming Club: 3:30 p.m. May 22. Play Magic, The Gathering, Dungeons & Dragons and other role playing games at the library.
Teen Writers’ Group: 3:30 p.m. May 16. Share what you’ve been writing, improve your craft and have fun. Snacks will be served.
Teen Book Club: 4 p.m. May 20. “Tiger’s Curse” by Sally Houck
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 on May 26. 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. • Microsoft Excel Level 4, 6:30 p.m., 7 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. May 21. • Microsoft Publisher, noon, May 17. • Word Level 1, 1:30 p.m. May 21. • Word Level 2, 6:30 p.m. May 29.
Friends of the Auburn Library Meeting: 7 p.m. May 27
Drop-In to Learn about eBooks: 2-3 p.m. May 17, 3-4 p.m. May 13, 3:30-4:30 p.m. May 19. Get started with KCLS eBooks! Bring your eReader, tablet, phone or just your questions.
Genealogy Assistance: 1-3 p.m. May 21. Volunteers from South King County Genealogical Society will be available to answer your questions.
Travel Italy, Best Practices: 7 p.m. May 28. Always wanted to go to Italy, but don’t know where to start? Join Kerri Wood of Adventure On Travel for a free seminar that will teach you the tips and tricks to create your own Italian adventure of a lifetime. In this fun, informative session Kerri will share with you the best ways to stay within your budget and maximize your precious vacation time. Learn to experience Italy instead of just being another tourist; immerse yourself into this culturally rich country.
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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Algona-Pacific Library, 225 Ellingson Road, Pacific. 253-833-3554. Library events include:
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Toddler Story Times: 10:15 a.m. May 20. Ages 2 to 3 with adult.
Preschool Story Times: 11 a.m. May 20. Ages 3 to 5 with adult.
Family Story Time: 10 a.m. May 16. Held at the Pacific Community Center, 305 Milwaukee Ave., Pacific. Family program, all ages welcome with adult. Enjoy stories, rhymes, music and movement.
TEENS
Teen Zone: 3-5 p.m. May 15, 22, 29. For teens in middle and high school. Snack, get online, hang out, play video games, study or pick up a good book.
Study Zone: 4-6 p.m. Thursdays. Grades K-12. Drop in for free homework help from trained volunteer tutors.
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. • Microsoft PowerPoint, noon, May 10.
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.
Algona-Pacific Page Turners Book Group: 7:30 p.m. May 21. “The End of Your Life Book Club” by Will Schwalbe
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:
Looking to sharpen your technology skills?: If you’re interested in attending a computer class, please call 253-931-6779.
Beyond Ancestry.com: 11 a.m.-noon, June 21. Discussion about census records, vital records, online newspapers, state archives and libraries, cemetery records, military records and more. Presented by Claudia Breland, professional genealogist.
Easy to Make Kites for All Ages: 2-3 p.m. Aug. 2. Sled kites are a great activity for those who work with groups of children. It takes about five minutes for a child to make a kite, and in this class, learn just how easy it is to prepare materials and make kites from simple materials you have in your home.
DNA and Genealogy: 11 a.m.-noon, Aug. 16. Learn the basics of DNA, how it can help you discover your roots, the best companies to test with, and how to join with others to find a common heritage. Presented by Claudia Breland, professional genealogist.
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, 108 S. Division, Suite B. 253-833-0700.
Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce Partnership Luncheon: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., the third Tuesday of every month, Emerald Downs, Emerald Room (fourth floor), 2300 Emerald Downs Drive. Register online through the chamber.
Seniors
Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth St. SE. 253-931-3016 or www.auburnwa.gov. Senior activities include:
• Senior Coffee Hours with the Mayor and Councilmembers: 10-11 a.m. the second Thursday of the month.
• Lunch: Monday-Friday, Salad bar begins at 11:30, Main meal is served at noon. Cost: $3 donation for ages 60 and over, $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.
May Comedy at the Ave: 7:30 p.m. May 16. Three comedians in one night. Recommended for ages 18 and older. 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.
Dance Magic: 7 p.m. May 30, 2 p.m., 7 p.m. May 31. Enjoy the intensity of the tango, the grace of the waltz and the spark of Latin dances at Pacific Ballroom Dance’s annual concert. Tickets: $10-$18. For more information, contact Heather Longhurst at 206–914-9795 or heather@pacificballroom.org or visit Order online at www.pacificballroom.org
ELSEWHERE
“Sound of Music”: 7:30 p.m. May 16, Messiah Lutheran Church, 805 Fourth St. NE, Auburn. Classic musical for the entire family. Admission: $10 seniors and children, $12 adults, Friday dinner show $30. For more information, contact Laura Kniss at 253-833-5280 or Laura85@harbornet.com.
Auburn Mountainview High School Bands: 7 p.m. June 3, Theater at Mountainview, 28900 124th Ave. SE. Performances by the Jazz Ensemble, Concert Band, Wind Ensemble under the direction of Derek Pyle. Join us for the school tradition of the “Passing of the Hats” Drum Major installation, closing with the combined bands in their final performance performance of the year, led by a special guest conductor. Free admission. RoarOfTheLions.org
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.
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.
Theater camp
Heavier Than Air Family Theatre: Five-week camp begins June 23 and runs Monday through Thursday each week, Performing Arts Building, Green River Community College, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. For youth ages 3-17. Opportunity to experience the entire musical theatre experience, from the audition process to final performances. Camps culminate in live stage performances complete with costumes, music and choreography. Times, dates and cost vary by age group. For details and a registration form, visit www.heavierthanair.com.
Auditions
Ensemble Ballet Theatre company auditions: 11:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. May 18, Dance Expressions studio, 23730 Maple Valley Black Diamond Road SE, Maple Valley. Dancers between the ages of 8 and 18 invited. Fee: $10. Contact: Kimberly Wooten, misskim@ebtballet.org, 1-877-328-8771. Schedule: 11:30 a.m.-noon, 8-14-year-olds, registration; noon-1:30 p.m., 8-14 ballet audition class; 1-1:30, 11-14 registration; 1:30-3:30, 11-14 ballet/pointe audition class; 3:30-4, 15-18 registration; 4-6:30, 15-18 ballet/pointe audition class. For more information: www.ebtballet.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.
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.
Art and Nature Slide Show and Lecture: 6 p.m. May 15. Join local photographer Steve LePenske as he explores the elements of art and design through a slideshow of his stunning photographs of Washington State and beyond. Lecture included with regular admission or museum membership.
Late Play Date: 6-8 p.m. May 22. Bring the kids down for pioneer-themed activities. Free admission, no registration required.
“Auburn” Book Signing and Lecture: 6 p.m. May 29. Meet Museum curator Hilary Pittenger as she discusses and signs copies of her new book on the history of Auburn. Included with regular admission, museum membership or book purchase.
All Girl Overnight: July 18. Girls age 7 -12 will love this fashion-Themed overnight event complete with a tour of the Sole Obsession exhibit, a behind the scenes look at the Museum’s fashion collection and a late night tea party. $30 per child, registration required.
Fashionable Feet Late Play Date: Aug. 7. A free drop-in program perfect for families with kids age 3-12. Explore the Sole Obsession exhibit and participate in themed crafts and activities. No registration required.
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. Call 253-288-7433 or visit www.wrvmuseum.org for event information and tickets.
Farm App Preview: 1 p.m. May 17. Stop by the farm and check our new augmented reality app. The iPhone app gives a peak into the farm’s history, restoration and how the property is used today. Admission free.
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.
