Events

Auburn Tourism: For special events in the Auburn area, visit the Web site: www.auburntourism.com.

Auburn Optimist Club Santa House: Open until Dec. 22, B Street Plaza, Auburn. The Santa House will open directly after the Dec. 4 parade and will have varying hours though Dec. 22. Times: 5:30-9 p.m. Dec. 4; noon-6 p.m., Dec. 5, 11, 12, 18, 19; 3-6 p.m., Dec. 13-17, 20-22. Call 253-315-3025 for details.

Last manned mission to moon: 2 p.m., Dec. 18, William M. Allen Theater, The Museum of Flight, 9404 E. Marginal Way S. Seattle. Dave Gianakos and Steve Brower will commemorate the 38th anniversary of Apollo 17 with a discussion of the significance of the Apollo 17 mission, and particularly the lunar module flown to and from the surface of the moon. Apollo 17 (Dec. 7-19, 1972) was the last manned mission to the moon. Lecture is free with admission to the museum. For information, call 206-764-500 or visit www.museumofflight.org.

Living Nativity and Christmas Eve Services: 6-8 p.m., Dec. 18, All Saints’ Lutheran Church, 27225 Military Road S. (corner of South 272nd and Military), Auburn. Watch the nativity, listen to carolers and celebrate the real reason for the season. Hot beverages and treats provided. Join us for Christmas Eve worship services at 7:30 and 11, Dec. 24. Regular worship services are held Sunday mornings at 8:30 (traditional) and 11 (contemporary). For more information, please call 253-852-4884 or visit facebook.com/ASLCauburn.

Blue Christmas Service: 6-7:30 p.m., Dec. 19, Auburn Adventist Academy Church, 5010 Auburn Way S. Sponsored by Auburn City Police & Fire Chaplains, GriefWorks. Public is welcome to share ideas about how to care for yourself and your family during this difficult time; information about community resources related to grief and loss of loved ones; a holistic approach to grief and healing through music, candle lighting and a gift to go home with.

Christmas Eve Service: 4 p.m., 5:30 p.m., 7 p.m., Dec. 24, Grace Community Church, 1320 Auburn Way S. Child care for birth through pre-k will be provided for the 4 and 5:30 p.m. services; no child care during the 7 p.m. service.

Harlem Globetrotters: 7 p.m., Feb. 17, ShoWare Center, 625 W. James St., Kent. Legendary basketball artists have implemented the first-ever 4-point shot as part of their “4 Times the Fun” North American tour, the team’s record 85th season of touring. The game-changing innovation will be on display when the Globetrotters take on the Washington Generals. Tickets, starting at $25.00, are on sale at www.harlemglobetrotters.com, the ShoWare Center box office, or by phone at 866-973-9613. Information on group and scout tickets also can be found at www.harlemglobetrotters.com.

Auburn’s Daddy Daughter Date Night Set for Feb. 18 and 19

5th annual Daddy Daughter Date Night: 6:30-9 p.m., Feb. 18-19, Auburn Senior Activity Center, located at 808 Ninth St. SE. Presented by the Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation Department Girls age 4-10 years will enjoy an evening with their daddy or special date. Dancing, dinner, dessert and photo is included in the $45 per couple registration fee ($10 each additional girl; non-resident fees apply). Visit the Parks, Arts & Recreation Office at 910 Ninth Street SE to register or call 253-931-3043.

Recycle

Holiday lights: Ilalko Elementary School is accepting non-working, broken and unwanted holiday light strands and extension cords until Jan. 21 at the school’s office, located at 301 Oravetz Place SE, Auburn. Donations will support Ilalko programs serving students with special needs. Drop-off points also are located at Top Food & Drug on Lakeland Hills (1406 Lake Tapps Parkway SE); Auburn Family YMCA (1620 Perimeter Road); Auburn City Hall (25 W. Main St.); Auburn Senior Activity Center (808 9th St. SE); Lakeland Chiropractic (4220 A St. SE, Suite 103); Avise Chiropractic (4017 A St. SE, Suite B-101) and Roach Gymnastics (1627 45th St. E, Suite D-103, Sumner.

Benefit

“Burn the Floor!”: 11 a.m., 2:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m., Jan. 16, Auburn Performing Arts Center, 700 E. Main St. Allegro Precision Dance Company’s annual fundraising dance showcase. Dance teams will debut their new numbers for the year – solos, duos, trios and groups. Tickets are $10. Proceeds to benefit performers and their families to help offset yearly costume and competition costs. For academy information, visit www.allegrodance.com.

Health

Cascade Regional Blood Center drives: 9 a.m.-noon, Dec. 22, Parametrix – Auburn, 1002 15th St. SW, Suite 220; 1-4 p.m., Dec. 28, Auburn Way Self Storage, 4425 Auburn Way N. For more information, call 1-877-242-5663 or visit www.crbs.net/home.

Puget Sound Blood Center drives: 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 2-5 p.m., Dec. 17, Auburn Regional Medical Center, mobile at 2nd Street entrance, Plaza 1, 202 N. Division St.; 1-3 p.m., 4-7 p.m., Dec. 27, Messiah Lutheran Church, New Gathering Hall, 805 4th St. NE; 9-11 a.m., noon-3 p.m., Dec. 30, Auburn City Hall, 25 W. Main St.; noon-2 p.m., 3-4 p.m., Jan. 4, Safeway, 101 Auburn Way S.; 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 2-5 p.m., Jan. 7, Emerald Downs, The Jockeys Room, 2300 Emerald Downs Drive; 1-3 p.m., 4-7 p.m., Jan. 10, LDS, church gym, 625 M St. NE; 8-10 a.m., 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Jan. 12, West Auburn High School, 401 W. Main St.; noon-6 p.m., Jan. 18, Auburn Adventist Academy, 5000 Auburn Way S.; 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Jan. 25, Green River Community College, Glacier Room of Lindbloom Student Center, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn; 10 a.m.-noon, 1-4 p.m., Jan. 29, SuperMall, bus by Burlington Coat Factory, 1101 Supermall Way; 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Feb. 4, (employees only), Boeing Auburn 17-44, bus on west side of Cafe 17-44, 700 15th St. SW; 1:30-4 p.m., Feb. 4, Zones, Inc., 1102 15th St. SW. For more information, call 253-945-8667 or please visit www.psbc.org.

Healthy Cooking: Demonstrations, Outpatient Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Services, Medical Gym, 701 M St., Suite 102, Auburn. A $5 food donation is requested. For more information, contact Kirsten at 253-833-8766.

Libraries

Auburn Library, 1102 Auburn Way S., Auburn. 253-931-3018. Library events include:

TEENS

Teen Book Club Reads: 4:30 p.m., Dec. 21. “Elsewhere” by Gabrielle Zevin . The first eight people who sign up to attend will receive a free copy courtesy of the Friends of the Auburn Library.

ADULTS

Share your Love of Reading with Someone Who Cannot Visit the Library: Volunteer to select, deliver and return library materials to a shut-in patron at least once a month, for one year. You must be age 18 or older and have reliable transportation. Training is provided and takes about an hour. For more information, contact Susan LaFantasie, 425-369-3235 or 877-905-2008.

Computer Class, One-on-One Assistance: Do you need extra help on the computer? Are you working on a special project? A Netmaster volunteer can give you one-on-one assistance. Please call to make an appointment. Call the library, 253-931-3018. Drop-ins OK if there is free time. Check in at the Information Desk. The instructor will assist you on a KCLS computer, but cannot provide assistance with your own personal computer.

Talk Time: 6:30 p.m., Dec. 23, 30. Improve your English speaking and listening skills in this free English conversation group.

The Importance of Play and Creativity: 10 a.m., Dec. 18. Presented by KCTS9 KIDS. What are kids really doing when they play? This workshop highlights the importance of self-directed play in supporting children’s exploration of themselves and the world. Discuss superhero play and to manage play so it doesn’t become harmful.

Algona-Pacific Library, 225 Ellingson Road, Pacific. 253-833-3554. Library events include:

Holiday Open House: 10 a.m., Dec. 18. The Algona-Pacific Friends of the Library invite everyone to get into the holiday spirit. Enjoy a day full of entertainment, refreshments and merriment featuring the “Jingle Bell Rock” puppet show at 11am and wonderful music in the afternoon.

CHILDREN

Jingle Bell Rock: 11 a.m., Dec. 18. This year’s holiday show adds Frosty the Snowman, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and Father Christmas’ Magic Show to some of our old story favorites. All this accompanied by the most popular music of the season. A winter time treat for the whole family.

TEENS

Teen Reads: 3:30 p.m., Dec. 28. Join us to eat snacks and discuss the book of the month. Receive a free copy of the book to take home courtesy of the Friends of the Algona-Pacific Library.

Game On!: 3 p.m., Dec. 22, 29. Teens in middle, junior high and high school. Play Guitar Hero, DDR and your favorite Wii and GameCube games.

Muckleshoot Library, 39917 Auburn-Enumclaw Road SE., 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.  • E-mail basics: noon, Jan. 10. Learn about popular e-mail services. Create your own email account, write messages, and learn about attachments. • One-on-one assistance: 6 p.m., Jan. 27. Do you need extra help on the computer? Have a special project you’re working on? Want to create an e-mail account? A KCLS NetMaster volunteer instructor can give you One-on-One Assistance.

Network

South Sound Chambers of Commerce Legislative Coalition Breakfast: 7:30-9 a.m., Jan. 7, Emerald Downs, fourth floor, 2300 Emerald Downs Drive. Preview to the 2011 Legislative Session. Keynote Speaker: Attorney General Rob McKenna. Cost: $25 per person, $200, table of eight; $300, table of 12. Deadline to register Dec. 30. Space limited. Information: Contact, Nancy Wyatt, 253-833-0700, nancy@Auburnareawa.org.

12th Annual Greater Auburn Area Career Conference: 8 a.m.-1 p.m., March 29, Grace Community Church, 1320 Auburn Way S. The intent of the conference is to inform area high school students about the variety of careers available to them after they graduate and to give businesses a venue to inform prospective employees on what they need to do to in order to get a job with them. More information: Contact Pegi Moll, 253-833-0700, pegi@auburnareawa.org

Auburn Morning Toastmasters Club: 6:30-7:30 a.m. Thursdays. Learn the fine art of communication in a supportive atmosphere. Toastmasters is an international organization helping people improve their communication and pubic speaking skills. New members welcome. Rainbow Café, 112 E. Main St., Auburn.

Auburn Area Chamber “Connecting for Success” Networking 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 Monday of every month, Emerald Downs, Emerald Room (fourth floor), 2300 Emerald Downs Drive. Register online through the chamber.

Meetup.com: Join our free networking effort. Group meets at 7:30 a.m. Thursdays at 1833 Auburn Way N., Suite T, Auburn. Learn how to build your business. For details, visit www.meetup.com and look for “The Auburn Business Partner.”

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, $5.75 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.

• Open Jam Session: 10-11:30 a.m., second and fourth Wednesday. All musicians are welcome.

Entertainment

Heavier Than Air production of “Annie”: Dec. 17, 18, 19, Performing Arts Building, Green River Community College, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Show times: 7 p.m. on Fridays, 3 and 7 p.m. Saturdays; 3 p.m. Dec. 19. Tickets: $10 per person and can be purchased in advance by calling student programs at the college, 253-833-9111, ext. 2400.

Bronn and Katherine Journey and friends: 7:30 p.m., Dec. 18, Auburn Performing Arts Center, 700 E. Main St. Celebrate the Christmas season with the Journeys through harp, humor and song. The couple’s friendly and folksy style is sure to make you feel comfortably at home. The program will include music from many genres – Broadway, folk, classical and sacred, highlighted by the beauty of traditional Christmas classics. Tickets are $15, $20. To order, call 1-800-838-3006 or visit www.brownpapertickets.com.

Zola’s Cafe: Live music every Friday, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 402 E. Main St., Suite 120. Also looking for talented musicians, singers or comedians to perform. Please contact Sonia Kessler at the cafe at 253-333-9652.

Calling all musicians: The Auburn Senior Activity Center will be hosting jam sessions for musicians on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month. Musicians who play acoustic and electric instruments are invited to play. Jam sessions will be conducted from 10-11:30 a.m. at the center, 808 9th St. SE. For more information, please call 253 931-3016.

Sunday night jazz: 8 p.m., every Sunday, Muckleshoot Casino, 2402 Auburn Way S., Club Galaxy. Darren Motamedy and guests. 21-and-over. No cover. 253-939-7484, www.muckleshootcasino.com.

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: Visit www.auburnchildrensdancetheater.com or call 253-887-8937 for program information. CDT is located at 14 B St. NE, Nos. 1 & 2, Auburn.

Auburn Dance Academy: Visit www.auburndanceccademy.com or call 253-833-1891 for program information. The academy is located at 1811 Howard Road, Suite 100.

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: 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.

Galleries

Auburn City Hall: Through Dec. 30, City of Auburn Staff Art Show, 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.