Events
Auburn Tourism: For special events or to add a special event, go to www.auburntourism.com.
Auburn International Farmers Market: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sundays, through Sept. 22, Auburn Sound Transit Plaza, 23 A St. SW. Featuring more than 40 vendors offering a variety of fresh locally grown farm-based foods, hand-crafted items, and concession stands that are restaurant-based but feature a home-cooked taste. The Auburn Valley Humane Society is available to answer questions the public may have concerning pet licenses and services. The market is coordinated by the City of Auburn. It includes free performances, guest chef demonstrations with farm-fresh ingredients, children’s activities, and classes on health, nutrition and gardening. Information: 253-266-2726, www.auburnfarmersmarket.org.
Washington State Fair: Sept. 6-22, 110 Ninth Ave., SW, Puyallup. Hours: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday (opening day 9 a.m. start); 9 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday; 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday. Concerts, rides, food, vendors, rodeo, animal exhibits, art and culture, interactive fun, special attractions. Admission: $12.50 adults; $9 students (ages 6-18) and seniors (62 and older); kids 5 and under free. Parking: $10 Monday-Friday; $12 Saturday, Sunday. For more information: www.thefair.com or 24-hour hotline at 253-841-5045
Washington CUP XI, Inaugural Beer Festival: 2 p.m. (first post) Sept. 8, Emerald Downs, 2300 Emerald Downs, Auburn. Washington-bred championship race card; beer tasting of more than 30 Washington-brewed beers. For tickets, call 253-288-7711 or buy them at the gate. Information: 253-288-7000, www.emeralddowns.com.
Hops & Crops Brew Festival: Noon-6 p.m. Sept. 14, Mary Olson Farm, 28728 Green River Road, Auburn. Craft beer and live music festival benefiting the continued restoration of and educational programming at the farm. General admission (no tastes) $7; kids under 13 are free with an accompanying adult. Sampler admission: $15 presale/$20 at the gate (21 and older only), includes taster cup and five taster tokens. Additional taster tokens are $1 for a 4.5-ounce pour. Tickets and information: 253-288-7439. www.wrvmuseum.org.
Golden anniversary: 7 p.m. Oct. 25, Grace Community Church, 1320 Auburn Way S, Auburn. Rainier Christian School celebrates 50 years. Banquet. More information will follow.
Benefits
Scramble for Safe Families Charity Golf Tournament: 1 p.m. Sept. 14, Washington National Golf Club, 14330 SE Husky Way, Auburn. Four-person scramble, a hole-in-one contest, a putting contest, banquet, silent auction, raffles and awards. Proceeds from the tournament benefit the Jennifer Beach Foundation, which provides education, advocacy and assistance to the community addressing issues related to child abuse and domestic violence. Entry fee: $120 for an individual or $480 for a four-person team. Entries must be received by Sept. 4. For more information or to download a registration form, make a donation or to be a sponsor, please call 253-833-5366 or visit www.jnbfoundation.org.
Grow Young in the Garden: 4-8 p.m. Sept. 16; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 17, Auburn senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth St. SE. Auburn Garden Club event. Proceeds support Terry Home of Auburn, a rehab center for adults with traumatic brain injuries. Admission is free.
Earl Averill Invitational: 1 p.m. Sept. 20, Washington National Golf Course, 14330 SE Husky Way, Auburn. Rotary Club of Auburn fundraiser to support children’s charities locally and throughout the world through the Auburn Rotary Foundation. Registration at 11:30 a.m., a shotgun start at 1 p.m. Cost: $150 per golfer and includes a golf cart and dinner. A silent auction and raffle prizes will be a part of the dinner festivities. Cost per foursome is $500 ($100 off) until Sept. 6. For a registration form, please contact Rotarian Brett Cowman at golf@auburnrotary.org or FAX 253-322-3960.
Fore Kids, Putt Putt Golf Tournament: 5-9 p.m. Sept. 21, Junior Achievement World, 1610 Perimeter Road Southwest, Auburn. Kiwanis Club of Auburn presents benefit event that includes putt putt golf, dinner, silent auction. Cost $40 per person. Funds benefit local youth. For more information or to RSVP, call 253-735-1336 or email eburgblueconnie@msn.com.
The See Ya Later Foundation third annual auction and dinner: 5 p.m. Oct. 5, Emerald Downs, 2300 Emerald Downs Way, Auburn. Guest speaker is Ariana Kukors, an Auburn Mountainview graduate and Pac-10 champion at the University of Washington who competed in the 2012 Summer Olympic Games in London. Tickets $50 per person. Proceeds benefit the SYL Foundation, a nonprofit, faith-based and nondenominational organization designed to help families fraught by medical crises. For more information, please contact event coordinator Brian Williams at 253-332-5144 or brian.williams@seeyalater.org. To learn more about the foundation, visit www.seeyalater.org.
WRVM Halloween Costume Ball and Silent Auction: 6-11 p.m. Oct. 19, Rainier Room, Truitt Building, 102 W. Main St., Auburn. Costume competition, live DJ, dancing. Proceeds benefit the White River Valley Museum and its education programs and those at Mary Olson Farm. To RSVP, call 253-288-7433. Information: www.wrvmuseum.org.
Just Desserts: 7-9 p.m. Oct. 19, Copper Falls on the Auburn Golf Course, 29630 Green River Road SE. Auburn Valley Creative Arts fundraiser auction. Tickets are available at the AVCA gallery, 108 S. Division St., Auburn. To learn more, visit www.facebook.com/auburnvalleycreativearts.
Faith
Luau Block Party: 1-5 p.m. Sept. 7, West Hill Church, 29926 37th Ave. S., Auburn. Community event in celebration of its 25th anniversary. Bring the whole family to enjoy an afternoon of games, pony rides, inflatables and food such as Hawaiian-style Kalua pork. Free. For more information, contact Heidi Male at WestHillLuau@yahoo.com or www.westhillchurch.org.
Shin Buddhism Study Class: 7 p.m. Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26, White River Buddhist Temple, 3625 Auburn Way N. The Rev. Koshin Ogui teaches four study classes every Thursday of September: general Buddhism parts 1 and 2, and Shin Buddhism parts 1 & 2. Pre-registration not required. www.wrbt.org.
Body & Mind Seminar: 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Sept. 14, White River Buddhist Temple, 3625 Auburn Way N. Looking for peace and harmony of body and mind? Session combines the Rev. Dr. Mark Unno’s Dharma’s “Path of Oneness and Great Compassion” with elements from the March Body & Mind seminar. Former BCA bishop, Rev Koshin Ogui, leads Zen Shin meditation. Movements in the Qi-Gong and Tai Chi. Wear comfortable clothes, bring a mat, rug or towel. Mail in registration and form by Sept 8 deadline to: White River Buddhist Temple; Sept. Body & Mind Seminar; P.O. Box 855; Auburn, WA 98071-0855. Limited to 45 students. More information available: www.wrbt.org or on Facebook (White River Buddhist Temple).
Dharma Talk with Rev Yukiko Motoyoshi: 7 p.m. Sept. 27, White River Buddhist Temple, 3625 Auburn Way N. The Rev Yukiko Motoyoshi shares a public Dharma talk in conjunction with commemoration of the White River Buddhist Women’s Association Centennial. Pre-registration not required. www.wrbt.org
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: 1-3, 4-7 p.m. Sept. 9, LDS, church gym, 625 M St. NE; noon-2 p.m., 2:45-6 p.m. Sept. 10, Auburn Adventist Academy, 5000 Auburn Way S. For more information, call 253-945-8667 or please visit www.psbc.org.
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
Citizens Technology Ad Hoc Committee: The Auburn School District is asking for volunteers – both parents and community members – to assist in developing the future direction of technology for Auburn schools for teaching and learning. Interested persons should contact their principal or Mike Newman, deputy superintendent, at mnewman@auburn.wednet.edu.
Soos Creek Botanical Garden: Soos Creek Botanical Garden, 29308 132nd Ave. SE, Auburn. If you love plants, gardens and gardening, the 22-acre garden wants you. Volunteers are asked to dedicate 3-10 hours a week in either garden maintenance, docent tours or marketing. Volunteers need not be master gardeners. Soos Creek Botanical Garden is a nonprofit organization. Information: 253-639-0949, www.SoosCreekBotanicalGarden.org.
Clubs
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.
Rotary Club of Auburn: Meets Wednesdays, noon, in the banquet room at the Auburn Golf Course, 29630 Green River Road SE. Guests are welcome. Auburn Rotary is a member of Rotary International, a worldwide service organization.
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.
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
Play & Learn: 10:30 a.m. Sept. 10, 17, 24. Newborn to age 5 with caregiver. Have fun singing songs, telling stories, reading books, creating art and playing.
Toddler ABC Story Time: 10:15 a.m. Sept. 9, 16, 23, 30. Ages 2 to 3 with adult, siblings welcome. Explore the alphabet through shorter stories, movement, music and flannel boards.
Preschool ABC Story Time: 11 a.m. Sept. 9, 16, 23, 30. 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. Sept. 11, 18, 25. 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.
Thursday Family Story Times: 10:15 a.m. Sept. 12, 19, 26. Ages 2 to 7 with adult, siblings welcome. Dig into Reading and explore Early Literacy through stories, movement, music and flannel boards.
Spanish Story Times: 10:30 a.m. Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27. All young children welcome with adult.
TEENS
Teen Zone: 3:30 p.m. Sept. 11, 18, 25. Snack, hang out, study, play video games and pick up a good book.
Monday Afternoon Movie: 3 p.m. Sept. 30. Enjoy movies and popcorn at the library. See a different movie the last Monday of the month.
Teen Writers’ Group: 3:30 p.m. Sept. 6, 20. Meet other teen authors, share what you’ve been writing, improve your craft and have fun. Snacks will be served.
Creative Cat: 3 p.m. Sept. 16. For teen in or entering middle school and high school. For fans of Star Wars, Harry Potter, Chess, LARP, and much more. Learn how to make stop animation, puppets, play life size chess, and other creative activities. You decide what you want to do and make it happen.
Teen Book Club: 4 p.m. Sept. 17, “When You Reach Me” by Rebecca Stead. For teens in middle and high school. The book club meets once a month to discuss the book of the month. New members are always welcome.
Teen Library Council: 3:30 p.m. Sept. 9. The council gives you the opportunity to have a say in what goes on at the library for teens, develop planning and leadership skills and earn community service hours.
DIY School Supplies: 3:30 p.m. Sept. 12. Customize your books, binders, folders, pencils, pens, and more. Bring in your school supplies and use faux leather and fur, glitter, duct tape, stickers, and more to create a personal look for your stuff. Decoration supplies provided. Teens, bring your own school supplies to decorate.
Computer Class: 2 p.m. Sept. 18, Microsoft PowerPoint. Learn how to create a slide show presentation. Prerequisite: Ability to use the mouse and keyboard.
Find Money for College, The Money Maze & The Scholarship Market: 10 a.m. Sept. 28. Join Douglas Breithaupt of the College Planning Network while he explains strategies for finding free money for college in two workshops presented back-to-back. • The Money Maze, 10-11 a.m.: Find financial aid through need and merit-based programs, loans, grants, work study and scholarships. • The Scholarship Market, 11 a.m.-noon: How to find and apply for private scholarships.
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, starting Sept. 23. A formal class to learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills.
Genealogy Assistance: 1 p.m. Sept. 7, 14; 6 p.m. Sept. 11. 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. • Microsoft Excel Level 1, 2 p.m. Sept. 11; • Microsoft Excel Level 2, 10 a.m. Sept. 14; • Internet Level 1, noon, Sept. 16.; • Microsoft PowerPoint, 2 p.m. Sept. 18; • Introduction to Pinterest, 10 a.m. Sept. 25; • One-on-One Assistance, 10:30 a.m. , 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Sept. 28.
Drop-In to Learn about eBooks: 6 p.m. Sept. 18; 4 p.m. Sept. 20. Get started with KCLS eBooks! Bring your eReader, tablet, phone or just your questions.
Auburn Library Book Club: 7 p.m. Sept. 12. “West of Here” by Jonathan Evison. A narrative set in a fictional town on Washington State’s Pacific coast contrasts the goals of the pioneers who settled there in 1890 with the trivial pursuits of the town’s present-day inhabitants. New members are always welcome and copies of the book will be available at the library.
From the Islands of Samoa, Laumoli (Lemon Leaf) Tea Ceremony: 2 p.m. Sept. 21. Talofa! Tea ceremonies are a time-honored way of finding inner peace, relaxation and harmony with nature and oneself. Learn about the history, tea and manners of drinking tea in Samoan culture.
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Algona-Pacific Library, 225 Ellingson Road, Pacific. 253-833-3554. Library events include:
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Family Story Time: 10 a.m. Sept. 27. All ages welcome, ages 6 and under with adult. Enjoy stories, rhymes, music and movement. Held at the Pacific Community Center, 305 Milwaukee Ave., Pacific.
Toddler Story Time: 10:15 a.m. Sept. 10, 17, 24. Ages 2 to 3 with adult.Stories, rhymes, music and fun.
Preschool Story Time: 11 a.m. Sep. 10, 17, 24. Ages 3 to 5 with adult. Enjoy stories, activities and music while children develop pre-reading skills.
Early Literacy Parties in Spanish: 10:30 a.m. Sept. 28-Nov. 16. Series of free workshops for Spanish speaking families to learn about Early Literacy and how to prepare their children for Kindergarten.
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 Word Level 1, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 11; • Microsoft Word Level 2, noon, Sept. 23.
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 p.m. Sept. 9. Get started with KCLS eBooks! Bring your eReader, tablet, phone or just your questions.
Algona-Pacific Page Turners: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 18. “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time” by Mark Haddon. New members welcome.
What’s For Dinner? Thrifty, Fast, Healthy Meals: 11 a.m. Sept. 14. Do you struggle to create quick, nutrition packed, affordable weeknight meals? In this interactive workshop, Registered Dietitians Aimee Jones and Kaitlin Todd will give you the tools you need to organize weeknight meals for guaranteed nutrition for the whole family. From meal planning to preparation, Aimee and Kaitlin will focus on time-saving tricks that won’t sacrifice quality or flavor.
Across the Curriculum with Dr. Seuss: 11 a.m. Sept. 21. Explore more than a dozen books by author Dr. Seuss and discover ways to enrich your curriculum with lesson plans and activity ideas that explore Early Literacy concepts. Provides 2 STARS credit hours in Curriculum and Learning Environment.
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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.
Drop-In to Learn about eBooks: 3 p.m. Sept. 26 p.m. Get started with KCLS eBooks! Bring your eReader, tablet, phone or just your questions.
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.
Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce 15th annual Holiday Auction & Dinner: 5:30-9 p.m. Nov. 1, Emerald Downs, 2300 Emerald Downs Way, Auburn. To inquire about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Pegi Moll at: 253-833-0700 or pegi@auburnareawa.org. Information: 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 cent 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
Auburn Senior Activity Center Wellness Fair Journey to Good Health: 9:30 a.m.-noon, Sept. 26, Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth St SE. The Auburn Senior Wellness team has planned a day of health screenings, informational booths, demonstrations, breakout session, flu shots and a lunch with entertainment from Danny Vernon. Lunch served between 11:45 and 12:30. At the end of lunch, there will be a raffle for door prizes. Please call 253-931-3016 for more information.
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.
Ave Kids, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea: 2 p.m. Sept. 21. Two very enthusiastic Jules Verne fans tell the story of 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea like it’s never been told before. This is a fun, rollicking, family-friendly adaptation of the Jules Verne classic. This production pulls its style influences from steampunk with a new and original set and puppet designs. Performed by Tears of Joy Theater. Tickets: $8.
Ave Kids, Hilarious Harvest Magic Show: 2 p.m. Oct. 26. Audiences across the USA love Louie Foxx’s One-Man Side Show. Gasp as Louie makes his head shrink, balances a cup of water upside down and much more, all while making you laugh. Tickets: $8.
Comedy at the Ave: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 21. 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.
Up with People’s Voices: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20 and Saturday. Sept. 21. Featuring original and popular music, a dynamic blend of feature soloists, full-cast production numbers, fast-moving choreography and colorful costumes. Voices is inspired and motivated by recent worldwide events and features medleys of popular music, international music and of course, Up with People original music. General admission is $20. Proceeds support Rotary Club-backed local charities. Order tickets at www.upwithpeople.org/auburn.
ELSEWHERE
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. • Lineup: Sept. 7: Paul Sawyer, guitar; • Sept 14: Ray Ohls, piano; • Sept 21: Milo Petersen, 7-string guitar. For more information, call 253-887-8530.
Poetry at The Station Bistro: 7-10 p.m., first Mondays 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.
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.
Surrendered School of the Arts: Visit www.surrenderedschool.com, email info@surrenderedschool.com or call 253-474-4881 for program information. The Auburn campus offers year-long ballet and hip hop classes for students ages 3-16. The public is invited to a studio grand opening from 4:30 to 7:15 p.m. Sept. 17. Classes are on Tuesdays at Lifegate Auburn Foursquare Church, 307 E. Main St.
Museums
White River Valley Museum
Located at 918 H St. SE, Auburn. Regular admission: $2 adults, $1 seniors and children. Admission is free on Wednesdays and the fourth Sunday of the month. Call 253-288-7433 or visit www.wrvmuseum.org for tickets and event information.
EXHIBITS
Grease Was the Word: Aug. 14-Nov. 10. Looking at the quickly changing world of teenagers and their cars in 1950s and ‘60s America. Like every generation of youth, these teens challenged the social norms of their parents, but they had an additional tool at their disposal: the easily available automobile.
Small Works, Big Presents, The Gift of Art: Noon-4 p.m. Nov. 20-24, Nov. 27-Dec. 1, Dec. 4-8, Dec. 11-15, Dec. 18-21. A juried show and sale of Northwest arts and crafts sponsored by the City of Auburn Arts Commission. Regular admission.
PROGRAMS
Fall Railroad Lecture: 6:30 p.m. Oct. 5, Auburn Senior Activity Center, across from the museum. The final lecture in the three-part series hosted by the Northern Pacific Railway Historical Association. Cost: $5 for adults, $4 for children and seniors.
Late Play Day: 6 p.m. Nov. 21. Drop-in for family friendly activity and craft stations throughout the museum. Admission free. No registration is required. • Dec. 12. Holiday fun for the kids with themed crafts throughout the museum and a chance to visit with Santa Claus. Admission free. No registration is required.
Overnight at the Museum: 7 p.m. Nov. 22. Great for kids age 7-12. Kids will enjoy fun museum and art activities, play games and enjoy a movie screening and snack. Cost: $30 for first child/ $25 per additional siblings, registration required. Call 253-288-7439.
Holiday Tea: 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. seatings, Dec. 14. Enjoy a holiday tea at the museum with a full menu of teatime savory and sweet treats. Cost: $15 per person. Registration required. wrvmuseum.org/events.html
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.
Gentleman Desperado: 1 p.m., 3 p.m. Sept. 21, 22, 28, 29; Oct. 5-6. Experience the true story of notorious outlaw Harry Tracy through this fun, interactive, outdoor theater experience by Seattle playwright Keri Healey. A limited number of tickets are available for each performance date. Tickets: $10 adults, $7 seniors/children, 12 and under $5.
Farm Management Tour: 4-6 p.m. Sept. 26. Join King County Conservation District and Horses for Clean Water for a free tour of the Mary Olson Farm and learn from peers and resource specialists about eco-friendly ways to manage horses, livestock and crops.
Galleries
Auburn City Hall: Admission is free. Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays. 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.
