Events
Auburn Tourism: For special events in the Auburn area, visit the Web site: www.auburntourism.com.
The Auburn International Farmers Market: 11 a.m.-3 p.m., each Sunday, now until Sept. 27, Sound Transit Center Plaza, located at 23 A St. SW in downtown Auburn. Admission free. Currently seeking entertainers, entertainment groups, and other performers to perform during the market season. Performances will be held each Sunday from 12-2 p.m. Entertainment is acoustic only. No electricity is provided and no monetary compensation is offered. Interested performers are encouraged to call the market manager at 253-266-2726 or send an e-mail to lbrinke@auburnwa.gov to inquire about available opportunities and dates. Visit www.auburnfarmersmarket.com for more details.
Lions Club Special Needs Youth Fishing Derby: 9 a.m.-1 p.m., July 25, Auburn Mill Pond Park, 600 Oravetz Road. Nominal fee. 253-921-3710.
King County’s giant ‘cube of food: 1 p.m., July 25, KUBE Summer Jam Green Alley, White River Amphitheater, 40601 Auburn-Enumclaw Road, Auburn. Giant cube of food filled with 477 pounds of food scraps, part of the KUBE Summer Jam. The cube is part of King County’s “Recycle Food. It’s Easy to Do” campaign about food scrap recycling at home.
Kids SummerStage Shows and Shades of Summer Concerts: Wednesdays in July, Les Gove Park, 11th & Auburn Way S., next to Auburn King County Library. Admission is free. For information, go to www.auburnwa.gov/arts or call 253-931-3043. Free outdoor concerts and children’s entertainment series presented by Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation. Kids Summerstage, Les Gove Park, all shows begin at 12 p.m., July 29: The Misadventures of Cap’n ARRR. Shades of Summer Concert Series, Les Gove Park, all shows begin at 7 p.m. July 29: The Senate.
King County Wastemobile: Service now is stationed at the northwest corner of the Auburn SuperMall, 1101 SuperMall Way, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday through Sunday. The service will be offered on the first and third full weekends of the month. Program offers a convenient place for residents to safely dispose of oil-based paint, propane tanks, motor oil and other hazardous household waste. The 2009 schedule is posted at www.govlink.org/hazwaste/disposal/Auburn and may be obtained by calling the Household Hazards Line (206-296-4692 or 1-888-TOXIC ED (869-4233); TTY relay: 711.
Auburn’s ArtRageous, Artist in Action Art Fair: 11 a.m.-4 p.m., July 25, Auburn’s Les Gove Park, 1005 12th St. SE. The fair will feature professional artists presenting demonstrations in a variety of art media, from painting to woodworking to encaustic, and offering related hands-on activities. Art also will be offered for sale. ArtRageous is a free arts celebration presented in recognition of the Auburn Arts Commission 25th Anniversary and is sponsored by Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation, 4-Culture, 4-Culture Site Specific Network, Showcase Magazine and the Washington State Arts Commission. For additional information, please visit www.auburnwa.gov/arts or contact the City of Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation Department at 253-931-3043.
Bon Odori Festival: 4:30-9:30 p.m., July 25, White River Buddhist Temple, 3625 Auburn Way N. Opening services, traditional folk and other dances, drum group, children lantern procession. Young and old come together to dance, rejoice and remember their ancestors, family and friends. Participants wear brightly colored kimonos, yukatas and happi coats as they dance to traditional music. The festival is free and open to the public. www.whiteriverbuddhisttmpl.org
Northwest Ability Expo: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., July 25, Kersey Mobility facility, 6015 160th Ave. E, Sumner. Event will feature several local companies that specialize in accessibility and mobility needs, as well as non-profit awareness and support groups such as the Paralyzed Veterans of America, the Muscular Dystrophy Association, and others. www.northwestabilityexpo.com.
63rd annual Pacific Northwest Scottish Highland Games and Clan Gathering: 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m., July 25-26, Enumclaw Expo Center (formerly the King County Fairgrounds), 45224 284th Av. SE. Competitive, colorful pipebands, drummers and dancers from Washington, Oregon and British Columbia will be featured alongside field events; some to include the popular caber toss and hammer throw. Traditional Scottish foods and clan tents also are part of the festive weekend. For more information, call 206-522-2541 or visit www.sshga.org.
Auburn Morning Toastmasters Club celebrate 50 years: 6:30-7:30 a.m., July 30, Rainbow Café, 112 E. Main St., in downtown Auburn. In conjunction with the 50-year anniversary, the club will present Mayor Pete Lewis with its community service award during the meeting. The public is invited; new members are welcome.
Auburn Good Ol’ Days: Aug. 7-9, downtown Auburn. Diverse festival celebrating the city and its people. The theme for this year’s festival is “Rip Roarin’ Whoop-Dee-Doo. A grand parade will kick off the festival at noon Aug. 8. For more details, visit www.auburngoodoldays.com or e-mail office@auburngoodoldays.com.
74th running of the Longacres Mile: Aug, 16, Emerald Downs, 2300 Emerald Downs Drive, Auburn. Northwest thoroughbred racing’s jewel. Grade III, $300,000 qualifying race for the Breeders’ Cup Dirt Mile at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, Calif. First post 2 p.m., Mile slated to go off at 5:20 p.m. Info: 253-288-7000, www.emeralddowns.com. Events surrounding The Mile include: • Wiener Dog Rally, Aug. 13, Seattle Center. Pure-bred dachshund dogs are invited to race at the miniature “tracks” in Seattle Center’s North Fountain Lawn. • Wiener Dog Championship Races, Aug. 14, Emerald Downs. • 8th annual “Run the Mile,” Aug. 15. All proceeds will benefit the Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center. Register online at www.emeralddowns.com. • Oak’s Day, Aig. 15, top 3-year-old fillies in the Northwest, California and Canada will compete in the 1 1/8 mile Washington Breeders’ Cup Oaks, the highlight of three stakes events on the afternoon card. First post is at 2 p.m. • Railbird Rally, Aug. 16. Official tailgate party and rally of the Longacres Mile, held in the Downs parking lot. Complimentary lunch will be provided along with door prizes, live music and drink specials. Tickets available at the door. • The Emerald Breeders’ Cup Distaff, Aug. 16. Race pits the top fillies and mares in the region together for a one-mile event.
Summer Sounds & Comcast Cinema: Presented by the Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation Department, along with its corporate sponsors Comcast, Pierce County, and MultiCare. Sponsorship packages are still available for the series. For more information, please contact Kristy Pachciarz, special events coordinator, at 253-931-3052 or kpachciarz@auburnwa.gov. The lineup: (all concerts begin at 7 p.m. with the movies following at dusk.) • Friday, Aug. 14, Sunset Park, 1306 – 69th St. SE at Lakeland Hills, concert – The classic pop rock sound of The Pop Offs; movie – Horton Hears A Who (G). • Friday, Aug. 21, Les Gove Park, 910 Ninth St. SE, concert – The lively classic oldies sound of The Delivery Boys; movie: The Wizard of Oz (G). • Friday, Aug. 28, Les Gove Park, 910 Ninth St. SE, concert – The rich and diverse ‘60s, ‘70s and early ‘80s sounds of No Rules; movie – Back to the Future (PG).
Benefits
Food Collection at Regal Cinemas Auburn 17: Auburn Stadium 17 and Auburn Food Bank will fight hunger during the opening of “G-Force.” July 24-Aug. 3, donate a non-perishable item and receive a free “G-Force” mini poster (while supplies last). Donation does not include movie admission.
Church Women United Rummage Sale: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Aug. 7; 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Aug. 8, Auburn United Methodist Church, East Main and 100 N St. SE. 253-735-5167.
Auburn Valley Kiwanis Club 24th annual Fun Golf Tournament: 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Aug. 14. Auburn Golf Course, 29630 Green River Road SE. Raising funds to serve more children and families in the City of Auburn. Registration: $100 per player. To register and/or sponsor the event, please call 253-222-0147 or visit www.firstgiving.com/auburnvalleykiwanisclub.
The City of Auburn, Auburn Valley YMCA free community swap meet: 9 a.m.-noon, Aug. 15, at the YMCA, 1620 Perimeter Road SW. The first 300 attendees receive a free haircut coupon from Gene Juarez Academy or SportsClips Haircuts. There will be a free car wash, courtesy of the U.S. Navy and 40 community tables, featuring free items. There also are hundreds of brand new items, donated by local businesses (free food, new children’s books, dog food, toothbrushes, and more). A free lunch will be served for kids at 11 a.m. (while supplies last), offered by the Auburn School District Summer Lunch Program. The YMCA will not be accepting dropped off items but invite community members to host a table. For more information or to host one of the 40 community tables, call Amy Jahn at 253-833-0970, ext. 7310, or e-mail her at ajahn@seattleymca.org.
Danny Vernon as Elvis: 7-9 p.m., Sept. 17, Auburn Eagles 2298, 702 M St. SE. Tickets: $15 show, $25 show and dinner. Proceeds benefit cancer research. For more information, call chair Dottie Quimby (253-876-9004) or the Eagles (253-833-2298).
Classes
Parents Night Out: 5-10 p.m., second and fourth Saturday of each month, Auburn Valley YMCA, 1620 Perimeter Road SW. Enjoy a night on the town while the kids eat dinner and have fun with fun, enthusiastic and qualified YMCA staff. For ages 3-11. (must be potty trained). Cost: YMCA members $25 first child, $5 each additional child; non-members $35 first child, $10 each additional child. 253-833-2770.
Wilderness Survival Training class: 7 a.m.-4 p.m., Aug. 8. Developed by Green River Community College’s natural resources program and available through continuing education for the general public. The 8-hour, hands-on class will be taught by an experienced wilderness survival trainer as well as a woman EMT, both students in the natural resources program at GRCC. Class is appropriate for teens, scout troops, hunters, hikers and backpackers. Topics and demonstrations include shelter options, fire preparation and lighting techniques, how to signal for a rescue, being prepared for survival situations and having the ideal survival kit. Advanced overnight class will be offered in the fall quarter. Fee is $89. To register, call 253-833-9111, ext. 2535 or pay online at www.greenriver.edu/ce.
Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation: City of Auburn offers a variety of classes, including creative arts, watercolor painting, Spanish, dance, buying real estate and more. Call for details. 253-931-3043 or www.auburnwa.gov.
Faith
The Exit Youth: 7 p.m. Wednesdays. Open to students in seventh-12th grade. Come enjoy music, food, friends and fun. Lifegate Auburn Foursquare Church, 307 E. Main St., Auburn. 253-735-3153.
Eastpointe Church’s Family Fun Fest: 11 a.m.-4 p.m., July 25, Lakeland Town Center, 1406 Lake Tapps Parkway E., Auburn. Free family and children events. Games, face painting and inflatable attractions, including an obstacle course, giant slides and bounce house. Free car wash, with a chance to win door prizes, donated by many merchants in the Lakeland Town Center. Free snacks , along with free school supplies for the children. New participants in this year’s festivities include the Washington State Patrol and Valley Regional Fire Authority. Child Identification Kits also will be offered to all parents. For more details, contact Linda Williamson, event director, at 253-691-3369 or linda_will@comcast.net.
Crocodile Dock: Aug. 2-6, (6-8:15 p.m., each day). Family of Grace Lutheran Church, 31317 124th Ave SE, Auburn. Kids jump into bayou fun at Crocodile Dock where they participate in memorable Bible-learning activities, sing catchy songs and play teamwork-building games. Each day concludes at Firefly Finale, a celebration that gets everyone involved in living what they’ve learned. Program is for kids ages 5 years – fifth grade. For more information, call the church, 253-833-8910.
Health
Blood drives for Cascade Regional Blood Center: 6-10 p.m., July 25, Relay for Life, 33914 19th Ave. SW, Federal Way; noon-4 p.m., July 28, Muckleshoot Casino, 2402 Auburn Way S., Auburn. For more information, call 1-877-242-5663 or visit www.crbs.net.
Puget Sound Blood Center blood drives: 1-7 p.m., Aug. 3, Messiah Lutheran Church, 805 4th St. NE; 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Aug. 7, Boeing Auburn 17-44, 700 15th St. SW; 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Aug. 7, Auburn Regional Medical Center, Plaza 1, 202 N. Division St.; 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Aug. 15, SuperMall (bus by Burlington Coat Factory), 1101 Supermall Way, Auburn; 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Aug. 26, Social Security office, 1901 C St. SW, Auburn. For more information, call 253-945-8667 or please visit www.psbc.org.
Yoga—Fitness for Moms and Kids: 10-11 a.m. Mondays. Cost: Free. City of Pacific Gymnasium, 122 Third Ave. SE, Pacific. 253- 929-1155.
Dancersize Classes: 10-11 a.m. Wednesdays. Cost: Free. All ages welcome. City of Pacific Gymnasium, 122 Third Ave. SE, Pacific. 253-929-1155.
Tiny Tots play group: 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Parent participation required. Cost: Free. City of Pacific Gymnasium, 122 Third Ave. SE, Pacific. 253-929-1155.
Libraries
Auburn Library, 1102 Auburn Way S., Auburn. 253-931-3018. Library events include:
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Monday Toddler Story Times: 10:15 a.m., July 27, Aug. 3. Ages 2 to 3 with adult.
Monday Preschool Story Time: 11 a.m., Aug. 3. Ages 3 to 5 with adult, siblings welcome.
Sleepy Story Times: 7 p.m., July 30, Aug. 6. All ages welcome, ages 5 and younger with adult.
Monday Preschool ABC Story Times: 11 a.m., July 27. Ages 3 to 5 with adult, siblings welcome.
Baby Story Times: 10:15 a.m., Aug. 11, 18, 25. Newborn to 24 months. Join us for creative baby bounces and stories. A short playtime follows.
The Creative Conjuror: 11 a.m., Aug. 4. Presented by Jeff Evans. Ages 5 and older. Magic tricks, wacky inventions, toys and mayhem will mystify you!
Drop-In Zone: Board games, 1:30 p.m., July 29, Aug. 5, 12, 19. Bring a friend on Wednesday afternoons for some friendly board games. Choose from the ‘unplugged’ games of Trivia Pursuit, Candyland, Twister and more.
Family Story Times: 10:15 a.m., Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26. Ages 3 to 6, siblings welcome. We’re going on a creative journey with stories, flannel boards and fun rhymes.
Brown Bag It @ the Library Story Times: Noon, July 30, Aug. 6. Ages 3 to 9
Baby Story Times: 10:15 a.m., July 28. Newborn to 24 months
Family Story Times: 10:15 a.m., July 29. Ages 3 to 6, siblings welcome
Morphing Manga Mayhem!: 1:30 p.m., July 27. Presented by NDP Comics. Ages 7 and older. Learn the basics of transforming your character into a wild half-animal creation.
Book Club Party for Kids in grades 3-8: 4 p.m., July 31. Join us for a lively half hour discussion of a book chosen by our group.
TEENS
Writing Group: 3:30 p.m., July 28. Group meets twice a month to do writing exercises and discuss our work.
Teen Advisory Board: 4 p.m., Aug 17. The library is looking for enthusiastic and motivated teens to join the Teen Advisory Board (TAB). Please ask at the Information Desk for a copy of the TAB application or download online. http://blogs.kcls.org/auburn/
Study Zone: 3 p.m., Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24. Grades K-12. Drop-in during scheduled Study Zone hours for free homework help from volunteer tutors.
Best Books for Young Adults Book Review Group: 4 p.m., Aug. 4. Read and review the newest and soon-to-be-published books for teens.
Teen Book Club: 4:30 p.m., Aug. 18. Define Normal by Julie Anne Peters. The first 10 people who sign up to attend will receive a free copy courtesy of the Friends of the Auburn Library. http://blogs.kcls.org/auburn/teens
Read Three, Get One Free Summer Edition: Forms are available at your nearest KCLS library and when turned in, are eligible for a monthly prize drawing and entered in the Grand Prize drawing for a free laptop! Second prize is a MUVO MP3 player!
ADULTS
Genealogy Assistance: 1 p.m., July 25, 29, Aug. 1, 5, 8, 12, 19, 26; 7 p.m., Aug. 10. Volunteers from South King County Genealogical Society will be available to answer your questions.
Auburn Library Book Discussion Group: 7 p.m., Aug 4. Join the Auburn Library Book Discussion Group for an evening of lively conversation about a variety of new and notable fiction and nonfiction. http://blogs.kcls.org/auburn/adults/
Talk Time: 6:30 p.m., July 30. Improve your speaking and listening skills in this free English conversation group.
Friends of the Auburn Library Meeting: 7 p.m., July 28
English as a Second Language (ESL) Class: 6 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays. Presented by Green River Community College. A formal class to learn English.
Computer Classes: Sign up at the Information Desk or call 253-931-3018. • Basic computer skills: Friday, July 24, 10 a.m. ; • E-mail basics: 1 p.m., Aug. 3; • Microsoft PowerPoint: 7 p.m., Aug. 4; • Introduction to computers: 10 a.m., Aug. 7; • Microsoft Word Level 1: 10 a.m., Aug. 10; • Microsoft PowerPoint: 7 p.m., Aug. 11; • Microsoft Word Level 2: 10 a.m., Aug. 17; • Microsoft Excel Level 1: 7 p.m., Aug. 18; • Microsoft Excel Level 2: 7 p.m., Aug. 25.
Algona-Pacific Library, 225 Ellingson Road, Pacific. 253-833-3554. Library events include:
Be Creative @ Your Library: 2009 Summer Reading Program. Signup at your library or online.
Story Times: Preschool: ages 3-5. Tuesdays, 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. July 28; toddler: ages 2-3. Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m. July 28; baby: 8-24 months. Wednesdays, 10:15 a.m. July 29.
Thursday Movie Matinee for Kids: 1:30 p.m. July 30. Ages 5-12, ages 8 and younger with an adult.
Afternoon at the Movies for Teens: 3 p.m. July 29.
Read Three Get One Free Summer Addition: Teens, ages 12-18. Read three books, write three short reviews and get a free new paperback. Pick up entry form at library or online at www.kcls.org/read3.
Muckleshoot Library, 39917 Auburn-Enumclaw Road S.E., Auburn. 253-931-6779. Library events include:
Computer classes: Looking to sharpen your technology skills? If you’re interested in attending a class, please call 253-931-6779.
STORY TIMES
Tales and Tunes: 11 a.m., July 29, Aug. 5, 12. All ages.Please join us for stories, sing-alongs and other fun activities.
Pajama Story Time: 7 p.m., July 27, Aug. 3, 10, 17. All ages. Wear your pajamas, bring your blanket and teddy bear and join us for this 30-minute bedtime story time.
Preschool Story Time: 11 a.m., July 27, Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31. Ages 2-5. Stories, finger plays and songs that are age appropriate for your little one.
GAMING
Gaming Zone: 3 p.m., July 29, Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26. All ages. Board games! Puzzles! Wii! Come on down and have fun playing a variety of games. Challenge your friends!
Computer Classes: Looking to sharpen your technology skills? If you’re interested in attending a class, please call 253-931-6779. • Word Level 2 – 10 a.m., Aug. 11. Review basic word processing skills such as entering, selecting and deleting text. Learn how to select and format text, set margins, align paragraphs, and use cut and paste. Prerequisite: Microsoft Word Level 1. • E-mail Basics – 6 p.m., Aug. 27. Learn about popular e-mail services. Create your own email account, write messages, and learn about attachments.
SUMMER READING PROGRAM SPECIAL EVENT
The Old Time Music Show: 11 a.m., July 27. Discover how American pioneers made music with folk instruments and household items including spoons, musical saw, jew’s-harp, limberjack, washboard and the washtub bass.
Network
Fierce Job-Hunting Workshops: 3:30-5 p.m., every Thursday, White River Museum, 918 H Street SE, Auburn. Get free help finding a job, provided by JobBait.com and sponsored by the City of Auburn. Get more detail at http://jobbait.com/a/auburn-workshops.htm.
Auburn Chamber Lunch and Learn: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., held on the fourth Wednesday of every other month. Next Lunch & Learn is July 29. Cost will be $5, it will be a bring-your-own-brown-bag lunch, beverages will be provided. Sponsored by Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce. Chamber Board Room, 108 S. Division, Suite B. 253-833-0700.
Auburn Chamber “Connecting for Success” Networking Breakfast: 8-9 a.m. the second 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.
Marketplace Ministries Networking Luncheon: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. the second Thursday of the month. Presented by River of Life Fellowship Church. Cost: $20 in advance; $25 at the door. Copper Falls Restaurant at the Auburn Golf Course, 29630 Green River Road SE, Auburn. www.mpmlive.org.
Groups
Auburn American Legion Post 78: 7:30 p.m. the first and third Wednesdays of the month. Veterans Memorial Building, 405 E St. N.E. 253-939-5789 or auburnpost78@yahoo.com.
Auburn VFW Post 1741: 7:30 p.m., fourth Tuesday of the month, 1525 A St NE, Suite 107. For information, call 253-333-2917.
Auburn Eagles Aerie/Auxiliary No. 2298: Aerie group, 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays; auxiliary, 7:30 p.m. the second and fourth Mondays of the month. 702 M St. S.E., Auburn. 253-833-2298 or sec2298@integra.net.
Auburn Elks Lodge No. 1808: 7:30 p.m. the first and third Thursdays of the month. 2402 Auburn Way N., Auburn. 253-833-1808 or bpoe1808@qwest.net.
Auburn Morning Toastmasters Club No. 329: 6:30-7:30 a.m. Thursdays. Learn the fine art of communication in a supportive atmosphere. New members welcome. Rainbow Café, 112 E. Main St., Auburn. 253-288-0627.
Auburn Noon Lions Club: Noon Tuesdays. Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation building, 919 Ninth St. S.E. 253-735-5340, auburn12lions@aol.com or www.auburnlions.com.
Auburn Optimist Club: Noon every other Wednesday. Visitors welcome. Lunch: Less than $10. Auburn Elks, 2402 Auburn Way N. 253-333-8840.
Auburn Rotary Club: Noon Wednesdays. Cost: $15, includes lunch. Grace Community Church, 1320 Auburn Way S., Auburn. 253-929-4656.
Auburn Valley Kiwanis: 7 a.m. Wednesdays. Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation building, 910 Ninth St. S.E. 253-833-7086 or www.kiwanisclubofthevalley.org.
Board Game Group: 7-10 p.m. every other Friday. Group plays family-friendly games including: “Settlers of Catan,” “Ticket to Ride,” “Bang!,” “Wits and Wagers,” and more. All are welcome. Cost: Free. Room 201 at Northwest Family Church, 3535 Auburn Way S., Auburn. 253 833-8252 for details.
Boy Scout Troop 401: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Boy Scouts is an outdoor based program for boys age 11-17. Troop also has a Venture Crew associated with it for boys and girls ninth grade through age 20. Call for details. Auburn First United Methodist Church, 100 N St. S.E. 253-939-7051.
Daughters of the American Revolution, Lakota Chapter: 11:30 a.m. March 14. Topic: “Native American Use of Plants.” Valley Regional Fire Station, 1101 D St. N.E., Auburn.
Happy Hands Craft Club: 12:30-2 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month. Group knits and crochets lap blankets for veterans and baby hats for PICC. Auburn Valley YMCA, 1620 Perimeter Road S.W., Auburn. 253-833-2770.
Kent Guild, Children’s Hospital and Regional Medical Center: Noon the third Friday of the month. Luncheon in members’ homes. New members welcome to join volunteer group raising funds for uncompensated care. Call for location. 253-852-7390.
Kent Lions: 7 p.m. the first and third Tuesdays of the month. Golden Steer Rib ’n Steak House, 23826 104th Ave. S.E., Kent. 253-852-5466, kentlions@gmail.com or www.kentlionsclub.org.
Kiwanis Club of Auburn: Noon Thursdays. Red Lotus Restaurant, 714 Auburn Way N., Auburn. www.kiwanisclubofauburn.com.
Moms and Kids Playgroup: 10 a.m.-noon Tuesdays. Moms can hang out while the children play together. Cost: Free. Lifegate Auburn Foursquare Church, 307 E. Main St., Auburn. 253-735-3153.
Newcomers and New Friends of Greater Seattle: The second Wednesday of the month. Lunch meetings held at various locations throughout the Puget Sound. Call for details. 425-778-8608 or www.seattlenewcomers.com.
Optimist Club of Auburn: Noon the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month. Auburn Elks Club, 2402 Auburn Way N. 253-333-8840.
Quilting Guild—Crazy Quilters of Federal Way: 6-9 p.m. the second and fourth Thursdays of the month. Visitors welcome. Evergreen Lodge Retirement Home, 31002 14th Ave. S., Federal Way. 253-833-8302.
Rainier Audubon Society: 7 p.m. the third Monday of the month. Federal Way United Methodist Church, 29645 51st Ave. S., Auburn. 253-854-3207.
Rio Verde Golden K Senior Kiwanis Club: 8:30 a.m. Tuesdays. 1402 22nd St. N.E., Auburn. 253-941-8108.
Sea-Tac Volkssports Club: 7-8 p.m. fourth Tuesday of the month. Serving area residents. Meetings held at Diamond Jim’s restaurant, 1616 S 325th, Federal Way. Club offers non-competitive events, promoting fun, fitness, fellowship and family. Information: Fran Carson 425-774-0312, or Preston Johnson 253-839-1892.
Soroptimist International of Auburn: Noon Wednesdays. New members and guests welcome. Auburn Parks and Recreation Administration Building, 900 Ninth St. S.E., Auburn. www.soroptimistnwr.com.
South King County Genealogical Society: 10 a.m. the third Saturday of the month. First Baptist Church of Kent, 11420 S.E. 248th St. 206-948-4286 or www.skcgs.org.
Spina Bifida Association of Washington State, South King/North Pierce Counties Cluster: 7-8:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month. Organization assists families with spina bifida, educates the public, and sponsors fundraisers. All are welcome. Zion Lutheran Church, 1350 17th St. S.E., Auburn. 253-887-0888 or crazy5720003@yahoo.com.
Striped Water Poets: 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays. Round-table critique circle welcomes new poets and friends. Second floor at Auburn City Hall, 25 W. Main St. 253-735-1751 or mcbreenpost@aol.com.
Teen MOPS: 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays. Free group for pregnant teenagers and teenage mothers. Childcare available. River of Life Fellowship, 10615 S.E. 216th St., Kent. 253-218-7420.
TV Toastmasters: Noon the second Saturday of the month. Learn how to perform both in front and in back of television cameras. Puget Sound Access, 22412 72nd Ave. S., Building C, Kent. 253-854-1312 or www.tvtoastmasters.org.
Valley Newcomers: 11:30 a.m. the first Tuesday of the month. Group meets at area restaurants. Call for details, locations. 253-854-1831.
White River Valley Historical Society: 1:30 p.m. the third Wednesday of the month. Muckleshoot Room in the White River Valley Museum, 918 H St. S.E., Auburn. 253-288-7433.
Wind Spirit Flute Circle: 7 p.m. the third Wednesday of the month. Come explore and learn the Native American Flute. All ages and abilities welcome. Beginner lessons at 6:30 p.m. Federal Way Senior Center, 4016 S. 352nd St., Auburn. 253-568-6689 or www.waflutecircle.com.
Public Meetings
Auburn Airport Advisory Committee: 8 a.m. the third Tuesday of the month. Northwest Aviation College, 506 23rd St. S.E.
Auburn City Council: 7:30 p.m. the first and third Mondays of the month. City Council Chambers, 25 W. Main St.
Auburn Domestic Violence Task Force: Noon-2 p.m. the third Thursday of the month. Auburn Library, 1102 Auburn Way S.
Auburn Finance Committee: 6:30 p.m. the first and third Mondays of the month. Council Conference Room, 25 W. Main St.
Auburn Municipal Services: 5 p.m. the first and third Mondays of the month. Conference room No. 3, 25 W. Main St.
Auburn Tourism Board: 2 p.m. the third Thursday of the month. Council Conference Room, 25 W. Main St.
Senior Center Advisory Board: 10 a.m. the second Tuesday of the month. Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth St. S.E.
Seniors
Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth St. S.E. 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: Noon Mondays-Fridays. Registration for lunch begins at 11 a.m. Choose from soup and sandwich or the main meal menu. Cost: $3 donation for ages 60 and older; $5.75 for those younger than 60.
• Movie screenings: 12:45 p.m. Wednesdays. Refreshments provided. Cost: Free.
• Monday Supper Club: 5-6 p.m. the third Monday of the month. Cost: $5; registration required.
• Meals on Wheels: Senior Services’ Meals on Wheels program offers home-delivered meals to home-bound seniors. For more information call the Auburn Senior Center at 253-931-3016.
• Enhance Wellness Program: Registered nurse and social worker are on-site to help individuals work towards their own health and wellness goals. Call for details.
Veterans
Military Family Support Meetings: Tuesday evenings. Open to spouses and adult family members of soldiers deployed, soon to leave or recently returned. Topics include deployment concerns, parenting needs, self-care and relationship challenges. Group is free of charge and confidential. Registration requested. 33301 First Way S., Federal Way. 253-661-6634, ext. 145.
Support
Auburn Domestic Violence Task Force: 12:15-1:30 p.m., Meets third Thursday of each month at the Auburn Library, 1201 Auburn Way S.
Al-Anon Family Group Meetings: 7:30 p.m. Sundays at Holy Family Catholic Church, 505 17th St. S.E., Auburn; 10:30 a.m. Mondays and Fridays, and 8 p.m. Wednesdays at First United Methodist Church, 100 N St. S.E., Auburn; 10 a.m. Saturdays in the back room of the Rainbow Cafe, 112 E. Main St., Auburn. 206-625-0000 or www.seattle-al-anon.org.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness: 6:30-8 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. The Alliance Center, 515 W. Harrison St., Kent. 253-854-6264.
Auburn Foster Parent Support Group: 6:30-8:30 p.m. the first Friday of the month. Auburn Bible Chapel, 2606 R St., Auburn. 253-347-2580.
Auburn Parkinson’s Disease Support Group: 10 a.m. the first Friday of the month. Wesley Homes Lea Hill, 32049 109th Place S.E., Auburn. 253-876-6014.
Breast cancer patient support: Trained survivors offer free emotional support to the newly-diagnosed, enhancing emotional recovery while going through treatments. Will attend consultations, chemotherapy and radiation appointments and have volunteers in your community. 206-417-3484, www.angelcarefoundation.org or angelcare@angelcarefoundation.org.
Celebrate Recovery: 6-9 p.m. Thursdays. Event includes: meal, 6-7 p.m.; large group worship, 7-8 p.m.; small open group, 8-9 p.m. Twelve-step recovery program to help free people from life’s hurts, hang-ups and habits. Cost: $3 for meal. Grace Community Church 1320 Auburn Way S., Auburn. 253-833-5660 or celebraterecovery@gccauburn.net.
Consumer Support Group: 6:30-8 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month. The Alliance Center, 515 W. Harrison St., Kent. 253-854-6264.
Domestic Violence: 1-3 p.m. Tuesdays; 1-3 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursdays. YWCA of South King County hosts support groups for women who have experienced domestic violence. Meets at a confidential location. 206-799-6209.
Family Law CASA of King County: Children’s needs can get lost in the dispute between separating parents. Do you want to advocate for such a child? Volunteer for Family Law CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) of King County. 206-748-9700 or www.familylawcasa.com.
Fostering Together Foster/Adoptive Parent Support Group: Meets on the first Friday of every month from 6-8 p.m., Auburn Valley YMCA, 1620 Perimeter Road SW. 253-859-9385
Gamblers Anonymous: For meeting times and locations, call toll-free national hotline: 888-424-3577.
Hearing Loss Association of America, South King County Chapter: 6:45 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month. Auburn Senior Center, 808 Ninth St. S.E., Auburn. garoux@verizon.net.
Medical coverage assistance: Public Health Seattle & King County provides free assistance applying for benefits, including free or low-cost medical coverage for qualifying children. Call for details. English: 206-296-3944; Spanish: 206-296-3948 or 206-296-3943; Vietnamese: 206-296-3949.
SHIBA Helpline: Statewide Heath Insurance Benefits Advisors is a network of trained volunteers that assists and advocates for consumer rights and options regarding health insurance, health care access and prescription access. Group is also accepting volunteers. 800-562-6900 or www.insurance.wa.gov.
South King County PFLAG: 7 p.m. the fourth Monday of the month. Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays meetings are confidential. Group is not associated with any religious organizations. Unitarian-Universalist Church, 25701 14th Place S., Des Moines. 206-325-7724.
South King County CHADD chapter: 7-9 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month. Discussion of issues that concern parents of children with attention-deficit disorder. New Horizon School, 1111 S. Carr Road, Renton. 253-631-8603.
Tobacco Cessation Group: 5:15-6:15 p.m. Wednesdays. Cost: Free to Auburn Valley YMCA members. Auburn Valley YMCA, 1620 Perimeter Road S.W., Auburn. 253-833-2770, ext. 7302, or kkoblenz@seattleymca.org.
WICS (Widowed Information and Consultation Services) Grief Support Group: 7 p.m. Tuesdays. Grief support group for adult widows and widowers offering support, information and social activities. St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 25810 156th Ave. S.E., Covington. 253-630-0324.
Women’s Cancer Support Group: 7-8:30 p.m. the last Tuesday of the month. Meetings include open discussion with occasional special guests speaking on topics relating to cancer survivors. Conference Room 1 at MultiCare Clinic, 17700 S.E. 272nd St., Covington. 253-372-7293.
Volunteers
Angel Care Breast Cancer Foundation: Breast cancer survivors needed to provide support for others battling cancer. Must be one year past the end of treatments and have good interpersonal skills. 206-417-3484, 877-417-3484 (toll-free), www.angelcarefoundation.org or angelcare@angelcarefoundation.org.
Auburn Regional Medical Center Gift Shop: The medical center’s auxiliary is seeking a volunteer gift shop manager to welcome customers, manage store inventory and arrange volunteer staff scheduling. Volunteer must be 18 or older. Gift shop hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mondays-Fridays. Call for application or more details. Auburn Regional Medical Center, 1413 S. 348th St., Federal Way. 253-833-7711, ext. 1259.
Auburn Meals on Wheels: Auburn Senior Center seeks volunteer packers and drivers for Meals on Wheels, Thursdays and Fridays, about four hours per week. Mileage for drivers reimbursed. Call for details. 253-931-3016 or adamp@seniorservices.org.
Adopt-a-Park: Auburn’s Adopt-a-Park program is seeking individuals and groups to help keep the city’s parks and streetscapes healthy and vibrant. 253-931-3043.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound: Seeking adult mentors to spend time with children. Agency offers flexible program to fit volunteers’ schedules and interests, and plans activities such as snow tubing on Snoqualmie Pass, hiking adventures in the Cascades, and tickets to Mariners games. Call or see Web site for details. 877-700-2447 or www.bbbsps.org.
Childhaven: Volunteers needed to work with abused, neglected and alcohol- or drug-impacted children ages 1 month to 5 years in the therapeutic child-care classrooms. Volunteers must be 18 or older, commit to a two-hour time block per week, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, commit to volunteering for six months, have proof of a negative tuberculosis test and pass a criminal background check. Patrick L. Gogerty Branch, 1345 22nd Ave. N.E., Auburn. 206-957-4839 or julim@childhaven.org.
Friend to Friend: Volunteers needed to visit adults in nursing homes, assisted living and retirement homes throughout King and Snohomish counties. Volunteers commit to visit about twice a month for one year. 206-246-5150.
Green River Community College: College seeks volunteers in a variety of areas: ceramics, basic computing, court reporting and more. Professional experience is not required. 253-288-3346 or volunteer@greenriver.edu.
Highline Hospice: Hospice is recruiting caring and compassionate people interested in supporting terminally ill patients and their families. Volunteers provide patient support and companionship, caregiver respite, bereavement support or office help. Comprehensive training provided. Highline Hospice, 12844 Military Road S., Tukwila. 206-439-9095.
Multiple Sclerosis Association of King County: MSA of King County is looking for people to assist those with MS in maintaining their independence and quality of life. People are needed to assist with water-therapy programs, visit isolated individuals, provide transportation, go shopping, do yard work or other household chores, teach computer skills and more. Call for details, locations. 206-633-2606 or www.msakc.org.
Puget Sound Blood Center: Assist with blood drives and bone marrow registry drives. Must be available in the day or early evening twice a month and have reliable transportation. 425-462-4381, meganp@psbc.org or www.psbc.org/volunteers.
Red Cross Disaster Action Team: American Red Cross is seeking King County volunteers to respond to local disasters. Volunteers must be on-call one week out of six, and will receive free training. 206-726-3566 or www.seattleredcross.org.
Special Transportation Program: Group Health Cooperative needs volunteer drivers to transport frail, elderly members to and from medical appointments in King County. Volunteers use their personal cars, are reimbursed for mileage and determine their own schedules, including when, where and how often they will drive. Volunteers do not need to be Group Health members. 206-326-2800 or resource.l@ghc.org.
Stitches from the Heart: Volunteers are needed to knit, crochet or quilt blankets, sweaters, hats and booties for babies in need. Items go to hospitals across the country. Patterns available. Donations of yarn or money also appreciated. Call for details. 866-472-6903, stitchfromheart@aol.com or www.StitchesFromTheHeart.org.
United Way of King County volunteer readers: Volunteers needed to read one-on-one with young children at preschools, Head Start classrooms and child care centers throughout King County. Shifts needed in Auburn are 9:30-10:30 a.m. Tuesdays and 11 a.m.-noon Wednesdays. ACAP Child and Family Services, 526 12th St. S.E., Auburn. 206-461-3656 or readers@uwkc.org.
White River Valley Museum and Mary Olson Farm: Museum is seeking volunteers for jobs including cleaning and cataloging artifacts, leading school tours, greeting visitors and staffing the gift shop. Docent positions require a minimum three-hour afternoon shift per month, as well as attendance at quarterly lectures and annual training. Volunteer tour guides for school groups must be available during October, November, April and May. All volunteers receive training. Application and background check required. 253-804-5010.
Music
That 80’s Show: 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., every Tuesday, Muckleshoot Casino, 2402 Auburn Way S., Club Galaxy, 21-and-over. No cover. 253-939-7484, www.muckleshootcasino.com
Auburn Summer Music Camp: Aug. 3-7. Final concert at 7 p.m., Aug. 7, Messiah Lutheran Church, 410 H St. NE. Student musicians, ages 7-14. Camp runs daily from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. 253-833-4941, wharton4@comcast.net
The Goods @ Muckleshoot Casino: 6-9:30 p.m., Aug. 28-29, Muckleshoot Casino, Club Galaxy, 2402 Auburn Way S. 21-and-over, no cover. 253-939-7484, www.muckleshootcasino.com
Theater
Theater Camp’s ‘Once On This Island, Jr.’: Aug. 3-23, presented by Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation. Sign your kids up for summer theater camp. Ages 7-14. Rehearsals are Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., with performances Aug. 22, 23. For cost and more information, please call 253-931-3043 during regular business hours.
Nightlife
Baker Street Books: 7-10 p.m. various Fridays and Saturdays, live jazz. Baker Street Books, 32709 Railroad Ave., Black Diamond. 360-886-2131. All events are free, no cover.
The Royal Bear Pub and Eatery: 35731 W. Valley Highway, Algona. 253-833-6686.
Dance
Children’s Dance Theater: Dance the summer days away with us. We are currently enrolling children in a six-week summer course. 253-887-8937, www.auburnchildrensdancetheater.com
Ballroom dance: 2-4 p.m. the second and fourth Sundays of the month. Federal Way Senior Center, 4016 S. 352nd St., Auburn. 253-874-4270.
Creative Dance Movement: 10 a.m. Mondays and 11 a.m. Tuesdays. Dance movement class for ages 3-5. Ballet classes for older children available 4-5 p.m and 5-6 p.m. Tuesdays. Cost: $25 per month. Black Diamond Gym, 25511 Lawson St. 360-886-1011.
Solo Squares Square Dance and Round Dance Club: 7-9 p.m. the first and third Sundays of the month. Workshop offered at 6:30 p.m. Cedar Grange, 22531 S.E. 218th St., Maple Valley. 206-525-2189 or solosquares@hotmail.com.
Museums
Black Diamond Historical Society Museum: Hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursdays; noon-3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. 32627 Railroad Ave., Black Diamond. 360-886-2142, museum@blackdiamondmuseum.org or www.blackdiamondmuseum.org.
White River Valley Museum: Exhibits: Now-July 26, ‘Woodworks, Things of Use and Beauty’ – collection honors the skills of carving, joinery and cabinetry focusing on three cultural traditions: Coast Salish Native, European and Japanese. Hours: Noon-4 p.m. Wednesdays-Sundays. Admission: $1-$2; free on Wednesdays. 918 H St. S.E., Auburn. 253-288-7433 or www.wrvmuseum.org.
Neely Mansion: 1-4 p.m., open house each Saturday until Sept. 29, 12303 Auburn-Black Diamond Road, Auburn, just east of the Highway 18 Auburn-Black Diamond Road exit. Tour gardens and historic Victorian Classic Revival house built by early Washington pioneers. Visit www.neelymansion.org for details.
Galleries
Auburn City Hall: 25 W. Main St. Admission is free. Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays. 253-931-3043 or www.auburnwa.gov.
Cheryl Sallee Gallery: Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays. Admission: Free. Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth St. S.E. 253-931-5043 or www.auburnwa.gov/arts.
“Poetry on Posters” Striped Water Poets: Hours: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Mondays-Fridays. Admission: Free. Pacific City Hall, 100 Third Ave. SE. 253-735-1751
