Events
Auburn Tourism: For special events or to add a special event, go to www.auburntourism.com.
Auburn International Farmers Market Opens: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. June 9 (through Sept. 22), Auburn Sound Transit Plaza, 23 A St. SW. Featuring more than 40 vendors offering a variety of fresh locally grown farm-based foods, hand-crafted items, and concession stands that are restaurant-based but feature a home-cooked taste. The market is coordinated by the City of Auburn. It 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.
Auburn’s 122nd birthday party: 4-8 p.m. June 14, City Hall Plaza, 25 West Main St. The Auburn Downtown Association and the City of Auburn present the celebration. Food vendors, a beer garden, local musicians, displays. Proceeds support the Auburn Food Bank.
Second annual Juneteenth celebration: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 15, Kent Senior Center, 600 E. Smith St. Community-wide event features programs, information, vendors, food, entertainment and speakers while commemorating African American freedom and emphasizing education and achievement. Free and open to the public. KBAC seeks a major co-sponsor for the event. If interested, please contact Richard Johnson, director of project funding for KBAC, May 20 at 253-631-7944 or ajrj01@msn.com. To learn more about the organization, call 253-852-0614 or visit www.kentblackactioncommission.com.
South King County Stand Down & Veteran Families Resource Fair: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 8, Green River Community College, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Military and veteran families plus homeless veterans welcome to attend. Free services and referrals available include VA benefit and claims assistance, employment resources, financial and rent assistance, medical and dental, housing assistance, individual and family counseling resources, childcare, haircuts, food and clothing. Information: 206-802-5578, www.southkingcountystanddown.org.
Kids Day: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. June 21, Les Gove Park, 910 9th St. SE, Auburn. Live entertainment, inflatable rides, arts and crafts, face painting, more than 80 information/activity vendors and a food court. Free. Leashed, licensed and well-behaved pets welcome. Information: 253-931-3043, www.auburnwa.gov.
Auburn Wine Art Music Festival: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. July 20, downtown Auburn. Auburn Downtown Association, City of Auburn, City of Auburn Arts, Parks and Recreation, and the Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce/Tourism present the event. Merchant Market hosts the event. Specialty vendors, food, music, dance, entertainment, other activities. Wine and beer tasting 2-10 p.m. Information: www.auburndt.org.
Benefits
Auburn Garden Club’s Annual Plant Sale: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. June 9, Peckenpaugh Drug Store, corner of East Main and M streets. Selection of perennials, native plants, shrubs, indoor plants, sedums, books, magazines, garden gadgets and more. Proceeds help fund the club’s community projects. For more information, call Lonnie (253-288-9598), Tanya (206-612-0021), Barbara (253-631-7118) or email auburngardenclub.wa@gmail.com
Beat the Raven 5K Fun Run & Walk: 9 a.m. June 15, Auburn Riverside High School, 501 Oravetz Road. Benefits the Auburn Riverside cross country team and the National MS Society. USATF-certified, out-and-back course. Cost: $25 pre-registration (includes T-shirt), $30 day of race. Contact: Tim Wright at 253-804-5154 or tawright@auburn.wednet.edu. Info: swift.auburn.wednet.edu/arhs/ccountry/index.php
Car Show 4 Kids: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 20, Coastal Farm & Ranch, 1425 Supermall Way, Auburn. Benefits the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation.
Health
Cascade Regional Blood Center drives: For more information, call 1-877-242-5663 or visit www.crbs.net/home.
Puget Sound Blood Center drives: For more information, call 253-945-8667 or please visit www.psbc.org.
Living Tobacco-free Weekly Free Support Group: 6 p.m. Wednesdays, MultiCare Auburn Medical Center, second floor, Heart Care Center classroom, 202 N. Division St. Free one-hour weekly support group meeting open to adults and teens wanting to quit tobacco, newly quit, struggling with relapse or helping a friend quit tobacco. For more information, contact Heidi Henson at 253-223-7538 or hhenson@seattleymca.org.
Southeast King County Parkinson’s Disease support group: Meets on the third Tuesday of the month, 10:30 a.m., St. John The Baptist Catholic Church, 25810 156th Ave. SE, Covington. Group’s monthly lunches are on the first Tuesday of the month at the Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth St. SE, Auburn. For more information, contact Stephanie Lawson at 206-579-5206.
Gamblers Anonymous: For meeting times and locations, call toll free the Gamblers Anonymous Hotline 1-855-222-5542. Visit www.gawashington.org or www.gamblersanonymous.org for additional information.
Volunteers
Algona Days: The City is looking for vendors for this year’s celebration – Friday, July 19, 5-9 p.m. and Saturday, July 20, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. If you are interested, applications can be found at www.algonawa.gov or you can contact Kevin Caviezel at City Hall 253-833-2897 or kevinc@algonawa.gov.
Soos Creek Botanical Garden: Soos Creek Botanical Garden, 29308 132nd Ave. SE, Auburn. If you love plants, gardens and gardening, the 22-acre garden wants you. Volunteers are asked to dedicate 3-10 hours a week in either garden maintenance, docent tours or marketing. Volunteers need not be master gardeners. Soos Creek Botanical Garden is a nonprofit organization. Information: 253-639-0949, www.SoosCreekBotanicalGarden.org.
Classes
Composting for All Gardeners: 12:15-1:30 p.m. June 13, Soos Creek Botanical Garden, 29308 132nd Ave. SE, Auburn. Experts at Seattle Tilth present a free class on composting for gardeners.No registration needed. www.SoosCreekBotanicalGarden.org
Clubs
Striped Water Poets: Meets every Tuesday, 7- 9 p.m., at Auburn City Hall, 25 W. Main St. A roundtable critique and welcoming of new poets.
Auburn Morning Toastmasters: Meets every Thursday morning, 6:30-7:30, Auburn Chamber of Commerce, 108 S. Division, Suite B. Learn the fine art of communication and public speaking in a friendly supportive atmosphere. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call 253-735-1751.
Auburn Green Valley Prospecting Club: Meets 7:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month, The River Estates Community Center, 3611 I St. NE, Auburn. Club promotes recreational prospecting, camaraderie and education with members, local organizations and youth groups throughout the Puget Sound Region. Affiliated chapter of The Gold Prospectors Association of America. Offers places for individuals and families to go to prospect, local support, free information services. Membership is free and open to anyone who is interested in prospecting for gold or other precious minerals, metal detecting or rock hounding. For more information, call 253 833-2255 or visit pnwgpaa.com/Washington/Auburn/Calendar.
Libraries
Auburn Library, 1102 Auburn Way S. 253- 931-3018. Library events include:
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Monday Family Story Times: 10:15 a.m. June 17, 24. Ages 2 to 7 with adult.
Wednesday Infant Story Times: 10:15 a.m. June 19, 26. Ages newborn to 24 months with adult.
Thursday Family Story Times: 10:15 a.m. June 20, 27. Ages 2 to 7 with adult.
Spanish Story Times: 10:30 a.m. June 8, 15, 22, 29. All young children welcome with adult.
Play & Learn: 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Newborn to age 5 with caregiver. Have fun singing songs, telling stories, reading books, creating art and playing.
Eric Herman’s Cool Tunes for Kids: 12:15 p.m. June 21. Family program, all ages welcome with adult. Come for a rocking good concert in Les Gove Park during Auburn Kids’ Day.
Dig Into Magic: 7 p.m. June 27. Presented by Jeff Evans. Ages 4 and older with adult. Learn about mining for precious metals, facts about aquifers of drinking water and the world’s deepest super cave while seeing some amazing magical stunts.
Summer Reading Program: Get reading, earn prizes and enjoy fun programs. Ask at the library for details.
TEENS
Teen Zone: 3:30 p.m. June 12. Snack, hang out, study, play video games and pick up a good book.
Study Zone: 3 p.m. June 11, 18; 5 p.m., June 10, 17; 6 p.m. June 5, 12, 19. Grades K-12. Drop in for free homework help from trained volunteer tutors.
Teen Book Club: 4 p.m. June 18. “The Fault in Our Stars” by John Green.
Teen Writers’ Group: 3:30 p.m. June 7. Meet other teen authors, share what you’ve been writing, improve your craft and have fun.
Creative Cat: 3 p.m. June 17. Learn how to make stop animation, puppets, play life size chess, and other creative activities.
Monday Afternoon Movie: 3 p.m. June 24. Contact the library for movie title.
ADULTS
Book a Librarian: Free 30-minute appointments to help you with your information needs. Please come to the library or call 253-931-3018 to make an appointment.
English as a Second Language (ESL) : 6 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. No class on May 27. A formal class to learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills.
Drop-In to Learn about eBooks: 3 p.m. June 9. Get started with KCLS eBooks. Bring your eReader, tablet, phone or just your questions.
Genealogy Assistance: 1-3 p.m. June 8, 19; 6-8 p.m. June 12. Volunteers from South King County Genealogical Society will be available to answer your questions.
Computer classes: Sign-up at the Information Desk or call 253-931-3018. • One-on-One Assistance, 2 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. June 12; • Word Level 3, 10 a.m. June 26; • Microsoft Excel Level 3, 10 a.m. June 29.
Auburn Library Book Club: 7 p.m. June 11.”The Snow Child” by Eowyn Ivey.
ESL Classes: Mondays and Wednesdays beginning June 24. Registration is 5 p.m. June 19, first come, first served. A formal class to learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills.
Discover Your Family History, an Introduction to Genealogy: 2 p.m. June 22. For beginners. Interested in tracing your family history but don’t know where to start? Claudia Breland, a professional genealogist with over 35 years of experience, will walk you through the early steps of this exciting pastime. Learn how to start filling out pedigree charts and interviewing relatives before you sit down at the computer, discover free sources online and at the library, and explore the different types of books and magazines to help you on your way.
Friends of the Auburn Library Meeting: 7 p.m. June 25.
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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 18. Ages 2 to 3 with adult.
Preschool Story Times: 11 a.m. June 18. Ages 3 to 5 with adult.
Spanish Story Times: 6:30 p.m. June 11; 10:30 a.m. June 19, 26. All young children welcome with adult.
The Big Dig Concert: 10:30 a.m. June 25. Presented by Eric Ode. Family program, all ages welcome with adult. Join this award winning songwriter and author for a high-participation music and poetry program featuring songs about underground critters, buried treasure and all things muddy.
Summer Reading Program: Get reading, earn prizes and enjoy fun programs. Ask at the library for details.
TEENS
Teen Zone: 3 p.m. June 12, 19, 26. Play video games, get online, do homework, hang out or read a book.
Study Zone: 6 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays through June 5. Grades K-12. Drop in for free homework help from trained volunteer tutors.
Teen Book Swap: 3:30 p.m. June 13. Trade in your gently used books for new book to take home to keep.
Pizza and Books: 3:30 p.m. June 25. Come and discuss what books you’re reading while eating free pizza.
Make Your Own Marble Magnets: 3:30 p.m. June 27. Make and decorate your own marble magnets.
ADULTS
Book a Librarian: Free 30-minute appointments to help you with your information needs. Please come to the library or call 253-931-3554 to make an appointment.
Computer Class: Registration required. Please sign up at the Information Desk or call 253-833-3554. • One-On-One Computer Assistance: 2 p.m., 2:30 p.m. June 18; • Microsoft Word Level 1, noon, June 24.
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESL): 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Presented by Green River Community College. A formal class to learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills.
Drop-In to Learn about eBooks: 3 p.m. June 17. Get started with KCLS eBooks. Bring your eReader, tablet, phone or just your questions.
Algona-Pacific Page Turners: 7:30 p.m. June 19, “The Girl from Yamhill” by Beverly Cleary
A Place at the Table: KCLS invites everyone to find A Place at the Table. We’ll toss around fresh ideas about food, cooking, nutrition and growing and using locally produced food. In addition to offering new food ideas, preparation and planning skills, and handy online classes, videos and resources, the series will help everyone create a nourishing table by accepting non-perishable food donations, to be distributed to local King County food banks. www.kcls.org/cooks
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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.
Network
3 No Networking: 5-7 p.m. Thursdays. The Urban Center for Innovative Partnerships (IPZ No. 15 Auburn) offers weekly social opportunities designed to cultivate interaction and networking opportunities for Auburn businesses and organizations. Sessions rotate among four Auburn establishments: • June 6 – Oddfellas Pub & Eatery, 102 W. Main St.; • June 13 – Auburn Wine and Caviar Company, 2402 A St. SE; • June 20 – The Station Bistro, 110 2nd St. SW, Suite 125; • June 27 – Zola’s Café, 402 E. Main St., Suite 120. 3 No Networking is made possible by a partnership between IPZ No. 15 Auburn, the City of Auburn Office of Economic Development, Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce and the Auburn Downtown Association. For more information, contact Doug Lein, IPZ administrator, at 253-804-3101
Auburn Area Chamber “Connecting for Success” Breakfast: 8-9 a.m., the first Wednesday of every month. Sponsored by the Auburn Chamber of Commerce. Cost: $5, includes continental breakfast. Auburn Area Chamber Board Room, 108 S. Division, Suite B. 253-833-0700.
Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce Partnership Luncheon: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., the third Tuesday of every month, Emerald Downs, Emerald Room (fourth floor), 2300 Emerald Downs Drive. Register online through the chamber.
Seminar, Your Life. Your Legacy: 11 a.m. June 12, Price-Helton Funeral Home, 702 Auburn Way N., Auburn. Learn the importance of planning ahead. Free. Please call 253- 833-1165 for more information or to RSVP to attend the seminar.
Reunions
Auburn High School Multi-Class Reunion Picnic: 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Aug. 3, Veterans Memorial Park, 411 E St. NE, Auburn. Potluck with plates, utensils and napkins furnished. For more information, call 253-880-2500.
Seniors
Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth St. SE. 253-931-3016 or www.auburnwa.gov. Senior activities include:
• Senior Coffee Hours with the Mayor and Councilmembers: 10-11 a.m. the second Thursday of the month.
• Lunch: Monday-Friday, Salad bar begins at 11:30, Main meal is served at noon. Cost: $3 donation for ages 60 and over, $6 for those younger than 60.
• Movie Screenings: Wednesdays, 1 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. 50 cent suggested donation for refreshments.
• Monday Supper Club: 4:45-6 p.m. One Monday a month. Call 253-931-3016 for date and menu. Cost: $6 for all ages.
• Meals on Wheels: Senior services’ program offers home-delivered meals to home-bound seniors. For more information, call the center at 253-931-3016.
• Senior Fishing Derby: 7-10 a.m. , June 8, Mill Pond, 600 Oravetz Road. The freshly stocked pond will provide fun for novice and advance fishers alike. You must be 50 years and over. No license is required. Fishing is free. Bring your own rod and gear. Bait, tackle and rods available. Free donuts and coffee provide by the Auburn Senior Wellness Team. Presented by Auburn Senior Wellness team, Puget Sound Anglers, Auburn Sports and Marine and Gamakatsu USA.
Father’s Day BBQ and Strawberry Shortcake: 11:30 p.m., June 14, senior center. Full Polish Dog meal topped off with traditional strawberry shortcake for dessert. Please preregister and get your ticket at the front desk. $3 suggested donation for those over 60 and $6 for those under 60.
Dance
Children’s Dance Theater Open House: Visit www.auburnchildrensdancetheater.com or call 253-887-8937 for program information. New location at 122 W. Main St. (entrance in back)
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
White River Valley Museum
Located at 918 H St. SE, Auburn. Regular admission: $2 adults, $1 seniors and children. Admission is free on Wednesdays and the fourth Sunday of the month. Call 253-288-7433 or visit www.wrvmuseum.org for tickets and event information.
Exhibits
Japanese Heritage, Washington Artists: Through July 28. Nihon/WA invites viewers to experience a wide spectrum of work created by artists of Japanese heritage in the Puget Sound region and see how each has chosen to include or step beyond heritage and history in their own content and style. Events: • Japanese Kite Workshop: 1-2:30 p.m. June 15. Master kite maker and artist Greg Kono will teach kids of all ages how to make a flyable giant coffee filter kites. All materials will be provided. $20 per student, registration is required.
Events
‘Nikkei Baseball’ lecture: 6 p.m. July 3, with Samuel Regalado. Author discusses his book, “Nikkei Baseball: From the Meiji to Internment to the Major Leagues”. The book examines baseball’s evolving importance to the Japanese American community and the construction of Japanese American identity. Lecture and museum admission are free.
Hooked on History: 10:30-11:30 a.m. July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31. Every week there is a new theme with great activities and crafts. Hooked on History is perfect for kids age 3-12. Free for everyone, no registration required.
Junior Curator Camp: 9 a.m.-noon, July 15-19. One week of fun, hands-on museum activities for kids age 7- 12 that will explore what it takes to be a curator. Kids will investigate artifacts, research collections and create their own exhibit display. Cost: $80 per child. Contact: Rachael Burrum, 253-288-7439, rburrum@auburnwa.gov.
MARY OLSON PROGRAMS
Located at 28728 Green River Road SE, Auburn. Call 253-288-7433 or visit www.wrvmuseum.org for event information.
Farm open Hours: Noon-5 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays (June 22-23 through Aug. 24-25). Bring the whole family to see the beautiful landscape, meet animals and tour the fully restored farmhouse. Admission is free.
Veggie Car Races: 1-4 p.m. July 13. Stop by the farm to build a race car from vegetables and watch as it zooms or putters down an inclined track. Activities and admission free.
Farm Snooze! Family Overnight Program: 4 p.m.-8 a.m. July 20. Pitch a tent and campout under the stars at the farm. A night of fun farm activities including scavenger hunts, games and a hot dog and marshmallow roast. Cost: $20 per camper, $15 per camper for groups of 4 or more. Contact: Rachael Burrum, 253-288-7439, rburrum@auburnwa.gov.
Living History Camp: 9 a.m.- noon, Aug. 5-9, Farm Olson Farm, 28728 Green River Road SE, Auburn. Kids age 7-12 will explore the daily activities of farm life in the early 20th century. Kids will care for farm animals, work in the garden, prepare farm fresh food and play historic games. Cost: $80 per child.
Living History Day: 1-4 p.m. Aug. 17, arm Olson Farm, 28728 Green River Road SE, Auburn. Explore turn of the century farm life with artisan, craft and farming demonstrations throughout the day. Free. No registration required.
Galleries
Auburn City Hall: Exhibit, through May 28. Colorful wild flowers, small town customs, and intense colors are element of inspiration for Nicaraguan-born painter Victor Fuentes. Admission is free. Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays. 253-931-3043 or www.auburnwa.gov.
Auburn Valley Creative Arts Gallery: 108 S. Division St., Auburn. Hours: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Wednesday-Friday; noon-4 p.m., Saturday. www.facebook.com/auburnvalleycreativearts. AVCA monthly meetings: 7 p.m., second Tuesday of each month. Board meetings are at 5:45 p.m. Open to anyone wishing to volunteer and help steer AVCA to future goals.
