Events
Auburn Tourism: For special events in the Auburn area, visit the Web site: www.auburntourism.com.
Auburn International Farmers Market: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., Sundays, through Sept. 25, Auburn Sound Transit Plaza, 23 A St. SW. 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 market also 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.
Mary Olson Farm summer drop-in hours: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. during these weekends: June 25 and 26; July 9 and 10, 23 and 24; Aug. 13 and 14, 27 and 28; and Sept. 10 and 11. Mary Olson Farm, located at 28728 Green River Road in Auburn, is a King County Landmark and listed on the National Register of Historic Sites. Significant features include an 1897 barn, a fully restored 1902 farmhouse, a century-old orchard, three salmon runs in Olson Creek and a remarkable collection of outbuildings, including a smoke house, outhouse and weaving house. The farm will operate as a living history and environmental learning site, and will also be available for community and special events. Admission for the summer drop-in hours is $5 adults, $3 children/seniors and $15 for a household or family. For more information, visit www.wrvmuseum.org.
KidsDay: 11 a.m.-4 p.m., June 24, Les Gove Park, 910 9th St. SE, Auburn. Live entertainment, inflatable rides, arts & crafts, face painting, over 70 activity and information booths, miniature golf, free bike helmet fittings and bike helmet sales, go-cart rides, pony rides, food concessions. Presented by the Auburn Arts, Parks and Recreation Department. Information: 253-931-3043.
Bike rodeo: 11 a.m.-2 p.m., June 25, Alpac Elementary School, 310 Milwaukee Blvd. N., Pacific. Free event for families and children, presented by the Pacific Police Department. Bicycle obstacle course, barbecue, helmet fittings assisted by the Valley Regional Fire Authority, bicycle tune-ups assisted by REI. For more information, call 253-939-1130.
Fireworks Spectacular: 4:30 p.m., July 3, Emerald Downs, 2300 Emerald Downs Drive. Special post time. Presented By Carl’s Jr. Information: www.emeralddowns.com.
Free flag ceremony and pancake breakfast: 9 a.m., July 4, Lakeland Hills Park, Evergreen Way and Olive Ave. SE, Auburn. Presented by the Mill Pond Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The public is welcome.
Fourth of July Festival: 11 a.m.-4 p.m., July 4, Les Gove Park, 1005 12th St. SE. Noon bike parade, various entertainment on two stages, a kids craft corner, an arts and craft grove with more than 50 artists, a car show, inflatable rides, a rock wall, euro-bungy trampolines and other fun activities for children. Information: 253-931-3043, www.auburnwa.gov.
Pacific Days: July 8-10, Pacific City Park, Pacific, 600 3rd Ave SE. Hours: 4-9 p.m., July 8; 11 a.m.-9 p.m., July 9; 11 a.m.-4 p.m., July 10. Presented by Pacific Partnerships. Music, crafts, fair, festival, food, kids parade, grand parade, vendors, raffles, inflatable rides, car bash, music. Free to the public. Information: www.pacificpartnerships.org.
America’s Family Pet Expo: July 8-10, Puyallup Fair & Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW. Hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m., July 8; 10 a.m.-7 p.m., July 9; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., July 10. The Ultimate Dog Show, dock diving dogs, doggy makeovers, CFA Cat Show, the world-famous Free Flight Bird Show and Creepy Crawly Critter Show. Pet products from major manufacturers and local retailers will be on sale. Local adoption agencies and rescue organizations will have hundreds of pets available for adoption. VCA Animal Hospitals, a pet adoption sponsor, will support the onsite shelter/rescue organizations’ efforts to ensure each adoptee has a healthy start by offering a certificate for a free first exam at one of its hospitals. General admission: $12; seniors 60 & over $10; children 6-12 are $6. Youth 5 years and under are free. Active Military with a valid ID get in free. General Admission tickets may be purchased at a $2 discount at www.PetExpoWA.org. For further information, please call 800-999-7295.
Redistricting Commission Public Forum: 6 p.m., July 11, at the University of Washington, Jane Russell Student Commons,1918 Pacific Ave. Washington State Redistricting Commission seeks public comment on how the new lines for legislative and Congressional voting districts should be drawn. Legislative and Congressional redistricting happens just once every 10 years, following the U.S. Census. Washington is gaining another seat in Congress, which means its has to draw a new Congressional district. See www.redistricting.wa.gov for webcast instructions.
Algona Days: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., July 16, 17. Matchett Memorial Park, 402 Warde St. (behind City Hall). Food booths, arts and crafts, games, three-on-three basketball tournament sponsored by the Auburn Valley YMCA, car show and parade on 1st Avenue (11 a.m. July 16). Festival sponsored by Waste Management, Columbia Bank, Central Garden & Pet and Valley Mart . Call 253-833-2897 for more information.
8th annual Summer Marble Spectacular: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., July 16, Rivers Edge Best Western, 15901 W. Valley Highway, Tukwila. Presented by the International Association of Marble Collectors. In-room trading begins July 13 and lasts until July 15. Bring your marbles for evaluation, show or trade. Show will have thousands of marbles on display for show, sell or trade. Admission: $3 adult non-members, chidren free. Information: 253-815-6928, www.iamc.us.
Goodguys 24th Pacific Northwest Nationals: July 22-24, Puyallup Fair & Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW (enter at Blue, Gold Gates). Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday; 8-8 Saturday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Sunday. More than 2,500 hot rods, customs and Classics through 1972 on display; vendor and manufacturer exhibits. Admission: General $18; kids (7-12) $6; Age 6 and under free. Information and buy tickets on line go to: www.good-guys.com.
Auburn’s National Night Out: Aug. 2, throughout Auburn. Unique crime/drug prevention event sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch. Residents in neighborhoods throughout the city of Auburn and across the nation are asked to lock their doors, turn on the outside lights and spend the evening outside with neighbors and police on Aug. 2. To register your neighborhood or to inquire about further details, contact Duanna Richards at 253-931-3099 or drichards@auburnwa.gov. If desired, a City representative can make an appearance at your event to talk to attendees about fighting crime in their area. To register your event, visit www.auburnwa.gov.
Auburn’s ArtRageous Art Festival: 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Aug. 6, Les Gove Park, 1005 12th St. SE. Featuring artists of all media who be demonstrating, offering hands-on activities for all ages and selling artwork. Free one-day art extravaganza invites you to create and celebrate art in the park. Presented by the City of Auburn and produced by the Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation Department. For information, visit www.auburnwa.gov/arts or call 253-931-3043.
“Hats and Heels, A Shopping Event and Night at the Races”: 5 p.m., Aug. 12, Emerald Downs, 2300 Emerald Downs Drive, Auburn. Shopping begins at 5 p.m., first race at 6. Shop, bet and celebrate fashion at the races. Access to the shopping event is free with gate admission, and ladies are encouraged to dress in their finest, fashionable racing attire. VIP tickets: $30 and must be purchased in advance. A portion of each ticket sale will benefit the Children’s Therapy Center. To purchase tickets, please call 253-288-7704 or order online at www.emeralddownshatsandheels.com/. Tickets also can be purchased in-person at the track.
76th Running of the Longacres Mile: 2 p.m. first post, Aug. 21, Emerald Downs, 2300 Emerald Downs Drive, Auburn. The $250,000 Grade III Thoroughbred race is considered the industry’s Northwest jewel. Project Mile post is 6 p.m. For more information, call 253-288-7000 or visit www.emeralddowns.com.
Auburn Wine and Music Festival: Aug. 27-28, downtown Auburn. Arts and crafts, music, food, gardens, street expo, dancing, wine testing. Hours: 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Aug. 27; 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Aug. 28. Musicians and vendors wanted. Volunteers also needed for setup and cleanup. Contact Jim Wilson at 253-887-8530 or Kathleen Keator at 253-939-3982.
Benefits
Baroque Solstice Dressage and Performance Show: 8 a.m.-6 p.m., June 24-26, Donida Farm Training Center, 16600 SE 376th St., Auburn. Hundreds of competitors from throughout the Northwest and Canada. Live, silent raffles to benefit Susan G. Komen for a cancer cure. June 25 social/dinner begins at 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $30 each. More information: www.donidafarm.com.
Cruise to the Park Charity Car Show: 9 a.m., June 25, Les Gove Park, 800 9th St. SE, Auburn. Presented by the Solid Rock Cruisers Car Club. Ninth annual charity show for all cars and trucks of all eras. Contests, games, food, vendors, live music and a DJ. Entry fee: $10 and suggested non-perishable food items. Donations to help His Ministries feed the homeless. Show proceeds benefit several local and international charities. Awards show at 3 p.m. Call 206-409-3747 or visit www.solidrockcruisers.com for more information.
Shredathon: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., June 25, Verity Credit Union, Auburn branch, 1424 Supermall Way, Suite 200. Protect your identity. Bring sensitive documents and shred them with confidence. Accepting canned food or donations at a minimum of $10, which will go directly to local community food banks. Information: KatieS@veritycu.com or 206-315-6631.
Youth Uniting to Save a Life: 5-9 p.m., June 25, Pacific Ballroom Dance, 1604 15th St. SW, Suite 109, Auburn. Human trafficking awareness and educational resource event. Program will include guest speakers, a film about Shared Hope International, a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, food from local restaurants and musical entertainment. Donations will support Shared Hope International, a global organization dedicated to saving victims of human trafficking. Admission: $5 for 18 and under; and $10 for 19 and up.
Sleep Country USA’s Wild Waves Summer Kickoff: 10 a.m.-6 p.m., June 26, Wild Waves Theme Park, 36201 Enchanted Parkway South, Federal Way, just off of I-5. Sleep Country USA is giving away 1,000 tickets to foster families for free admission to Wild Waves. Bring in an item of clothing for donation and receive half-off admission. Registration information for foster families is available at www.sleepcountry.com or by calling 1-888-88-SLEEP.
Music Concert in the Park: 5-9 p.m., July 17, Game Farm Park, 3030 R St. SE, Auburn. The concert will feature four ethnic musical groups: a brass band, the vocal group Hope and two guest vocal groups. Taste a variety of Ukrainian, Russian and Central Asian (Uzbek, Kazakh) food. Donations are welcomed to go toward the church’s building project, which is currently in progress. Donations to benefit the Russian-Ukrainian Parousia Church Building Project, P.O. Box 146, Auburn, WA 98071-1146. Information: 253-632-4098
“See Ya Later” Tour: 10:30 a.m., Sept. 12, Indian Summer Golf and Country Club, 5900 Troon Lane SE, Olympia. Noon shotgun start for four-man scramble, followed by silent auction at 4 p.m., dinner at 6, evening festivities and oral auction at 7. Proceeds benefit the “See Ya Later” Foundation. Join the tournament as a golfer, sponsor, in-kind donor or inner guest. Pre-registration deadline is Sept. 1. Participation will be limited to the first 128 paid players. Basic player package, including lunch and dinner, is $150; or premium player package at $275. Register online at www.SeeYaLater.org or make checks payable to: “See Ya Later” Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 8, Auburn, WA 97071. For more information: www.SeeYaLater.org, Brian.Williams@SeeYaLater.org, 253-332-5144.
Health
Cascade Regional Blood Center drives: 5-9 p.m., June 24, Relay for Life of Federal Way, 33914 19th Ave SW (Saghalie Park); 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., July 2, Lakeland Hills Community, 1408 Lake Tapps Parkway E., Auburn; 11 a.m.-2 p.m., July 9, City of Pacific Days, 600 3rd Ave. SE, Pacific; 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., July 16, Algona Days, 401 Warde St. S., Algona; 9 a.m.-noon, July 25, Vetrotech Saint-Gobain, 2108 B St. NW, Suite 110, Auburn; 5-7 p.m., July 29, Federal Way Kiwanis Salmon Bake, Steel Lake Park, S. 312th St., Federal Way. 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., June 24, Auburn Regional Medical Center, Plaza 1, 202 N. Division St.; 9-11:30 a.m., June 29, Aero Controls, Inc., 1610 20th St. NW, Auburn; 9-11 a.m., noon-3 p.m., June 30, Auburn City Hall, Council Chamber, 25 W. Main St.; 1-3 p.m., 4-7 p.m., July 11, Auburn LDS, church gym, 625 M. St. NE; 1-3 p.m., 4-7 p.m., July 11, Messiah Lutheran Church, New Gathering Hall, 805 4th St. NE; 9-11 a.m., noon-3 p.m., July 12, Glacier Room, Lindbloom Center, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn; 8-10:30 a.m., July 14, Cardinal Health-Auburn, parking lot, 801 C St. NW; 1:30-4 p.m., July 14, Zones, Inc., 1102 15th St. SW, Auburn; noon-2:30 p.m., 3:30-6 p.m., July 15, Safeway, 101 Auburn Way S., Auburn; 10 a.m.-noon, 1-4 p.m., July 16, SuperMall, 1101 Supermall Way, bus by Burlington Coat Factory, Auburn. 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. Come learn health from the experts. A $5 food donation is requested. For more information, call 253-833-8766.
Clubs
Crazy Quilters of Federal Way: A large, South Sound quilt guild founded in 1988 that meets twice monthly – second and fourth Thursdays (except for November and December) – for fun, education, networking and charity projects. 6 p.m. social hour, 7-9 p.m. Emeritus Assisted Living, 31002 14th Ave. S., Federal Way. Guests are welcome to attend free of charge. Membership has annual fee. Contacts: jillzquilts@hotmail.com, 253-833-8302, or quiltersfedway.com.
Libraries
NOTE: The main Auburn Library has closed for a yearlong expansion. It reopened at its temporary location, the former Herr Cabinets building, at 1140 Auburn Way S., , behind Big Daddy’s Drive-in. For program information, call 253-931-3018. Library events include:
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Around the World with Brian Vogan & His Good Buddies: 12:45 p.m., June 24. Held adjacent to the library in Les Gove Park. Ages 2 and older Sing and dance on a fantastical trip with this amazing band. Learn to say “hello” in other languages, discover songs about strange animals while you hop, skip and jump around the world. Come see the Library2Go van.
Board Game Drop-In Zone: 1:30-3 p.m., July 6, 13, 20, 27. Ages 3 to 12, ages 7 and younger with adult. Drop by Les Gove Park to play board games with your family or friends. Enjoy new or classic games like Chess and Apples to Apples. Program is located adjacent to the library in the Les Gove Park Multipurpose Building. Building use sponsored by the City of Auburn.
Sleepy Story Times: 7 p.m., July 7, 14, 21, 28. All ages welcome, ages 5 and younger with adult. Wear your pajamas and bring your teddy bear to this 30-minute bedtime Story Time.
One World, Many Stories Toddler Story Times: 10:15 a.m., July 11, 18, 25. Ages 2 to 3 with adult. Young children explore Early Literacy through stories, songs, finger plays and action rhymes.
One World, Many Stories Preschool Story Times: 11 a.m., July 11, 18, 25. Ages 3 to 6 with adult, sibling welcome. Young children explore Early Literacy through stories, songs, finger plays and action rhymes.
One World, Many Stories Family Story Times: 10:15 a.m., July 12, 19, 26. Ages 2 to 6 with adult. Cozy up and listen, laugh and wiggle to stories, songs and finger plays from around the world. Space is limited at our temporary location, so come early.
Multicultural Tales of Wonder with Live Paint & Cindy Arnold: 1:30 p.m., July 11. Held in the Les Gove Park Multipurpose Building. Presented by Live Paint and Cindy Arnold. Ages 3 and older. Travel around the world with multicultural stories, music, instruments and artifacts. Along the way meet a forest full of kindhearted characters that need help with a very tricky situation. Building use sponsored by the City of Auburn.
Joining In, Stories From Around the World with Gerald Fierst: 1:30 p.m., July 18. Held in the Les Gove Park Multipurpose Building. Ages 2 and older. Rhythm, rhyme and movement help teach stories from African, Asian, Indian, Jewish and European traditions. Everyone can join in with sounds, chants and gestures. Building use sponsored by the City of Auburn.
Toy Boats Concert: Sailing Away: 1:30 p.m., July 25. Held in the Les Gove Park Multipurpose Building. Ages 3 and older. Complex musical arrangements from around the world are created on instruments that could come from a child’s toy box including a ukulele, toy glockenspiel and baby grand piano. Building use sponsored by the City of Auburn.
TEENS
Teen Writers Group: 4:30 p.m., July 12. Working on a novel, short story, memoir, poetry or not even sure what you want to write? Join other teens to share your writing, gain ideas and practice your craft. The Writers’ Group will meet at the Auburn Library’s Temporary Location.
Teen Book Club Reads: 4:30 p.m., July 19. “Thirteen Little Blue Envelopes” by Maureen Johnson. The first eight people who sign up to attend will receive a free copy courtesy of the Friends of the Auburn Library
Read Three, Get One Free Summer Edition & Read•Flip•Win: Read three books, write three thoughtful reviews and get a prize book … free. This summer also will feature a video book review contest, Read•Flip•Win. Ask at the library for details.
ADULTS
Genealogy Assistance: 1 p.m., July 2, 6, 9, 13, 27; 7 p.m., July 11. Volunteers from South King County Genealogical Society will be available to answer your questions.
Auburn Library Book Discussion Group: 6:30 p.m., July 11. Our friendly group meets the second Monday of each month at Zola’s Cafe. 402 E Main St. Suite. 120. Auburn WA, 98002. http://blogs.kcls.org/auburn/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.
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): 6 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays. A formal class to learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills. ESOL classes for the month of June will meet at the Green River Community College Downtown Auburn Center, located at 110 2nd St. SW, Room 145.
Computer classes: Sign-up at the Information Desk or call 253-931-3018.
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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., June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 26. Ages 2 to 3 with adult. Join us for stories, rhymes, music and fun.
Preschool Story Times: 11 a.m., June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 26. Enjoy stories, activities and music while children develop pre-reading skills.
Baby Story Time: 10:15 a.m., June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27. Newborn to 24 months with adult. Join us for a special one-on-one bonding time with bounces, rhymes, stories and play time. One baby per lap, please.
Pajama Story Time: 7 p.m., June 27, July 11, 18, 25. Ages 3 and older with adult, siblings welcome. Fun stories, music and activities before bedtime. You are welcome to attend in your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed friend.
Anansai, A Story Drama Workshop: 1 p.m., June 30. Presented by Youth Theatre Northwest. Ages 3 to 5. Explore the African trickster tale, “Anansai”, by jumping inside the book with theater exercises, games and crafts. Please register.
World Art Explorations, Jaguar Paper Mache Masks: 11 a.m., July 14. Presented by Nature Consortium Artist Amaranta Sandys. Ages 8 and older. Some of the original people in Mexico believed they could communicate with spirits by wearing a mask that represented an animal totem. Design an original mask that represents a person or animal you would like to communicate with. Please register.
Going Global Comedy Show: 11 a.m., July 28: Presented by Alex Zerbe. Ages 3 and older. This high-energy comedy show highlights different cultures and phenomena from around the world. Alex harpoons vegetables launched from a giant slingshot, performs music looping and demonstrates games from the other side of the planet.
KidsRead@4 Book Club: 4 p.m., July 7. Ages 9 to 12. Meet on the first Thursday of the month to talk about great books. Call the library for this month’s title. Copies of the book will be reserved and available for check out at the library.
Early Literacy Parties in Spanish: 10:30 a.m., July 8, 15, 22, 29. Spanish-speaking families with children ages newborn to 5. The “Fiestas” are workshops designed for Spanish-speaking families to prepare their children for kindergarten. In each of the ”Fiestas” we will provide families with information about early literacy, free books in Spanish, craft materials, snacks, beverages and the opportunity to socialize with other Spanish speaking families.
TEENS
Teen Zone!: 3 p.m., June 29. Play Guitar Hero, DDR and your favorite Wii and GameCube games and/or just hang out.
Red, White and Blue Dessert Bake-Off: 2-3:30 p.m., July 12. Teen bakers can show off their skills and win prizes! Bring in your red, white and blue themed desserts to be tasted by your peers. First, second and third prizes will be awarded.
Game On!: 3 p.m., July 6, 27. Teens in middle, junior high and high school. Play Guitar Hero, DDR and your favorite Wii and GameCube games.
ADULTS
English classes for immigrants (ESOL): 6:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Wednesdays. In partnership with Green River Community College, the Algona-Pacific library offers regular, free English classes for adult learners.
One-on-one assistance for Spanish speakers: Spanish-speaking individuals can arrange for an hour of free assistance in Spanish to help them learn and use library (computer class, help with the catalog, databases, etc.). Interested patrons may contact Jessica McClinton-Lopez at 253-91-3018 ext. 130 or jmlopez@kcls.org.
Computer Class: Registration required. Please sign up at the Information Desk or call 253-833-3554. • One-on-One Assistance: 6:30 p.m., June 29. Do you need extra help on the computer? Have a special project you’re working on? Want to create an email account? A KCLS NetMaster volunteer instructor can give you one-on-one assistance. • Internet Level 1: 11 a.m., July 21. Learn how to browse the Internet, type addresses, understand basic Internet vocabulary and use search engines. Prerequisite: Ability to use the mouse. • Microsoft Word Level 1: 11 a.m., July 23. Learn basic skills for entering, correcting and revising text on a computer. Prerequisite: Ability to use the mouse and keyboard.
Algona-Pacific Page Turners: 7:30 p.m., July 20. “The Help: by Katherine Stockett. Share your love of books and connect with fellow readers at our monthly book group. Copies of this title have been reserved for participants and are available for check out at the library. Join us. New members are always welcome.
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Muckleshoot Library, 39917 Auburn-Enumclaw Road SE., Auburn. 253-931-6779. Library events include:
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Stories and Strings Story Times: 11 a.m., June 29. Come for a rockin’ good time of stories, songs and silliness.
TEENS
Read•Flip•Win: Read three books, write three thoughtful reviews and get a prize book … free. The summer also will feature a video book review contest, Read•Flip•Win! Ask at the library for details.
ADULTS
COMPUTER CLASSES
Looking to sharpen your technology skills?: If you’re interested in attending a class, please call 253-931-6779. 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. • Word Level II: 10 a.m., June 20. 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.
Plateau Area Creative Writing Group: 10 a.m., June 24. Calling all writers. Writing workshop is designed for all who write – whether it’s poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction or memoir. It doesn’t matter if you’re a seasoned writer or one who is just getting started, please come and share your stories.
Network
Free tax workshop: 1-4 p.m., July 6, Seattle office, Washington State Department of Revenue, 2101 4th Ave., Suite 1400. Participants will learn about Washington excise taxes, reporting classifications, deductions, tax incentives, sales tax collection, and record-keeping requirements. All receive a workbook and helpful reference guide to Department of Revenue rules and regulations. To register, visit the Department of Revenue Web site at www.dor.wa.gov or call 206-727-5300. Space is limited.
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.
Reunions
Auburn High School Class of 1971: July 24, Game Farm Park, 3030 R St. SE. Go to auburnhighschoolclassof1971.net to register and get the newest information.
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
Friday Night Summer Sounds & Cinema Series: Presented by the Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation Department, along with MultiCare. The lineup: (entertainment begins at 7 p.m. with the movies following at dusk.) • Friday, Aug. 5, Sunset Park, 1306 – 69th St. SE, Lakeland Hills. Concert: The classic rock sound of One Eyed Jack. Movie: “How To Train Your Dragon” (PG). • Friday, Aug. 12, Les Gove Park, 910 Ninth St. SE. Concert: The talented and widely popular A-Cappella group, The Coats. Movie: “Big” (PG). • Friday, Aug. 19, Les Gove Park, 910 Ninth St. SE. Concert: The unique sound of Shyanne. Movie: “Megamind” (PG). Sponsorship packages are still available for this series and other special events. For more information, please contact Kristy Pachciarz, special events coordinator, at 253-931-3052 or kpachciarz@auburnwa.gov. For event information, contact the Parks, Arts & Recreation Department at 253-931-3043.
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.
Auditions
Rainier Youth Choirs: Local choir is scheduling auditions now, for singers to join this fall. RYC has three leveled groups based on age and ability (grades 4 through college). Rehearsals are held weekly in Covington. Call 253-347-0180 to schedule an audition. For more information, visit www.rainieryouthchoirs.org.
Music
Maple Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra summer music amp: Aug. 8-12, Maple Valley Presbyterian Church, 22659 Sweeny Road SE, Maple Valley. Camp runs 10 a.m.–2 p.m. each day with a 7 p.m. concert on Aug. 12. The camp – themed “The Good, The Band, The Ugly” – will feature movie music of favorite heroes, villains and monsters. Five-day camp fee: $25; optional lunch an additional $5 per day. The camp is open to students with at least one school year of playing experience. There will be a special program for students with less than two years of playing experience running simultaneously during the camp. Students with two years or greater playing experience will play movie music, participate in sectionals and ensembles with professional coaches, and more. Registration now. To sponsor the camp or a camper, please visit MVYSO’s website or contact Elisa Lewis at the number above or by email: elisa@mvyso.org. For more information, call 425-358-1640 or visit www.mvyso.org.
Theater
Heavier Than Air Summer Stock Theatre Camp: June 27-30, culminating in performances July 28-31, Green River Community College Performing Arts Building, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Unique opportunity for children, ages 3-17, to participate in a “hands-on” theater experience through rehearsals and performances. Under the direction of GRCC’s professional children’s theatre staff, students learn about auditioning, vocal projection, movement, improvisation, acting, dancing and singing. Parent information packets will be mailed out prior to camp. For primary, intermediate, teen and music revue camps, a parent meeting will be held 6:30-7:30 p.m. June 22 in the PA building. For creative dramatic and dramatic movement parents, a parent meeting will be held at noon June 30, also in the PA building. Register online: www.heavierthanair.com.
Dance
Children’s Dance Theater: New location at 122 W. Main St. Visit www.auburnchildrensdancetheater.com or call 253-887-8937 for program information.
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: 918 H St. SE, Auburn. Exhibit: “Yellow Polka Dot Bikinis and Tummy Crunches: A Century of Female Bodies and Swimsuits” – opened May 4 and runs through July 31. Museum hours: Noon-4 p.m. Wednesdays-Sundays. 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 event information.
Galleries
Auburn City Hall: June 1-July 6: Keith Graham (photography) and Joan Schlichting (textiles). 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. SE. 253-931-5043 or www.auburnwa.gov/arts.
