Gamers face off in a match of “Tekken” at PAX. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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PAX West: Highlighting local games, charities

It has been 20 years since the Penny Arcade Expo (PAX) first made landfall in the Pacific Northwest.…

Jessica Meyer. Photo by Titilayo Ayangade

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Auburn Symphony Orchestra commissions new music

The concert will be performed at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 13, at Auburn Performing Arts Center.

Celebrants gathered last year at the Mary Olson Farm on Green River Road for suds, music and a great time. Photo courtesy White River Valley Museum

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Hops and Crops music and beer festival returns

Festival is Sept. 14 at the historic Mary Olson Farm on Green River Road.

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The Muckleshoot Indian Tribe unveil their gift of a Welcome Figure and provide a song and blessing during the Postmark Center for the Arts grand opening. The figure was created by Muckleshoot artists Sam Obrovac, Tyson Simmons and Keith Stevenson.

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Auburn’s Postmark Center for the Arts comes alive

A building to celebrate art, culture and community – this is the vision for the City of Auburn’s…

In an effort to strengthen King County’s cultural sector and increasing public access to arts, heritage, science, public art and historic preservation education and experiences, 4Culture and Doors Open will bring funding to local non-profit organizations in 2025 and beyond. Susan Point. “Northwind Fishing Weir Legend”, 1997. Carved and painted cedar with cast concrete. Green River Trail, Tukwila, WA. King County Public Art Collection. Photo: joefreemanjunior.com

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Doors Open brings millions of dollars to arts and cultural organizations throughout King County

With a minimum of 25% of funding to go to areas outside of Seattle, Doors Open will strengthen…

Cashmere Canyons Preserve. Photo Credit: Dave Masuda

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Wenatchee, Cashmere and Leavenworth: The other Tri-Cities | Meanderings by Mindy Stern

Travel column by local writer Mindy Stern.

Postmark Center for the Arts is located at 20 Auburn Avenue in downtown Auburn. Photo courtesy of City of Auburn

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New exhibit at Postmark Center for the Arts aims to connect communities

An opening reception to celebrate the work of the community will be held 5-6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 25,…

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Auburn Community Calendar | July 19 edition

Auburn Community Yard Sale, National Night Out and Shakespeare in the Garden.

A scene from the 2023 National Night Out in Auburn. Photo courtesy of City of Auburn

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Auburn’s National Night Out registration is open

Get your neighborhood registered before July 26.

Quinn Kortman, safety patrol officer extraordinaire. Couresy photo.

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Auburn 5th-grader enters School Safety Patrol Hall of Fame

“Quinn is a model student and citizen.”

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Auburn to host 2024 Juneteenth celebration

The festivities will begin at 10 a.m. Sunday, June 23, at Les Gove Park.

Deb Thomas of Auburn. (Photo by Robert Whale/Sound Publishing)

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‘It’s a chance to thank all of those who came before me’

U.S. Air Force veteran and Auburn resident reflects on her service.

A scene from Auburn’s 2023 Petpalooza at Game Farm Park. The event featured the Dog Trot, photos with “Green Dog,” a petting zoo, contests, kiddie rides, food, beer garden, vendors and more. File photo

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Upcoming events in Auburn

Petpalooza: The Auburn critter spectacular Petpalooza comes home to Game Farm Park from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.…

Auburn’s annual Petpalooza returns May 18 at Game Farm Park. Photo courtesy of Auburn Petpalooza

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Mark your calendar for the annual Auburn Petpalooza

Event is May 18 at Game Farm Park.

Seattle Opera brings “Monkey and Francine in the City of Tigers” to Postmark Center for the Arts on June 1. Courtesy photo

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Upcoming arts events in Auburn

Here are some of the exciting events happening in Auburn in the coming weeks.

King County Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer honored Terrell Dorsey for his work with youth in Auburn through his program titled Unleash The Brilliance. The event with municipal leaders was held April 24 at the Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center. The mission of Unleash The Brilliance is to help youth reduce at-risk behaviors, increase school attendance, and raise graduation rates. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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Unleash The Brilliance founder honored

King County Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer honored Terrell Dorsey for his work with youth in Auburn through his…

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Empty Bowls fundraiser benefits Auburn Food Bank

What has become a popular fundraising event for hunger-fighting organizations throughout the country makes its annual appearance in…

Pictured: Karen P. Thomas (by Redstone Photography), Wesley Schulz (by Rosemary Dai Ross), Susan Payne O’Brien (courtesy the artist), Damien Greter (by Rachel Hadiashar). Courtesy of Auburn Symphony Orchestra

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Auburn Symphony Orchestra presents ‘A Sea Symphony’

The Auburn Symphony Orchestra collaborates with Seattle Pro Musica to present “A Sea Symphony” by Ralph Vaughan Williams…

Don’t make your pet a scofflaw. Take advantage of pet licensing amnesty month. Image courtesy of Auburn Valley Humane Society.

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Good news for renewing your pet license in Auburn

Twice a year, the Auburn Valley Humane Society waives the penalty for pet owners.

Postmark Center for the Arts is located at 20 Auburn Avenue in downtown Auburn. Photo courtesy of City of Auburn

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Postmark Center for the Arts to host poetry night

The historic and newly refurbished Postmark Center for the Arts at 20 Auburn Avenue now provides a home…