Events
Auburn Tourism: For special events in the Auburn area, visit the Web site: www.auburntourism.com.
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs: 12:30 p.m., Aug. 15, Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. Auburn Dance Theater’s summer production under the direction of Stephanie Cox. Tickets are available at the door for $8. Children under 3 may sit on a lap and do not need a ticket. Visit www.auburnchildrensdancetheater.com or call 253-887-8937 for more information.
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.
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.
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, Aug. 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).
Masaysu ‘Sauce’ Shimojima Memorial Fishing Derby: 5 p.m., Aug. 17, Bill’s Fishing Hole, 17612 219th Ave E., Orting. Presented by Rotary Club of Club and Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation Department. Event for special needs people, both young and old. Volunteers will help catch, cook and prepare the fish. www.troutlodge.com
North Hill Coop Preschool open house: 11 a.m.-noon, 6:30-8 p.m., Aug. 25, 1405 10th Ave., Milton. Classes open for children, ages 2 through pre-K. For more information, www.northhillcoop.org or 253-922-5601.
New Educator Recognition Breakfast: 8 a.m., Aug. 26. Auburn Regional Medical Center, dining room. Presented by the Rotary Club of Auburn. Please call Betty Cannon at 253-833-0700 for more information.
Benefits
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.
Auburn Rotary Golf Tournament: 11:30 a.m., Sept. 11, Auburn Golf Course, 29630 Green River Road SE. Benefiting children’s charities. $125 per player. Sponsorships available. Contact Bob Klontz, bob@hbtinsurance.com, 253-833-2350.
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
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.
Health
Blood drives for Cascade Regional Blood Center: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Aug. 14. Costco No. 828, 1802 M. St. NW, Auburn; 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Aug. 18, World Vision, 34834 Weyerhaeuser Way, Federal Way; 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Aug. 22, Sam’s Club, 1101 Supermall Way SW, Auburn. For more information, call 1-877-242-5663 or visit www.crbs.net.
Puget Sound Blood Center blood drives: 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
Baby Story Times: 10:15 a.m., Aug. 18, 25. Newborn to 24 months. Join us for creative baby bounces and stories. A short playtime follows.
Drop-In Zone: Board games, 1:30 p.m., Aug. 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. 19, 26. Ages 3 to 6, siblings welcome. We’re going on a creative journey with stories, flannel boards and fun rhymes.
Sleepy Story Times: 7 p.m., Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24. All ages welcome, ages 5 and younger with adult. Wear your pajamas and bring your teddy bear to this 30-minute bedtime story time.
Paper Airplane Pilot Program: 2 p.m., Sept. 4. Ages 5 and older. Learn what makes paper airplanes fly and pilot your own. We’ll fly the airplanes outside the library, weather permitting.
Toddler ABC Story Times: 10:15 a.m., Sept. 14, 21, 28. Ages 2 to 3 with adult. Explore the alphabet through stories, songs, finger plays and action rhymes.
Preschool ABC Story Times: 11 a.m., Sept. 14, 21, 28. Ages 3 to 5 with adult, siblings welcome. Explore the alphabet through stories, songs, finger plays and action rhymes.
Tuesday Baby Tales and Bounces Story Times: 10:05 a.m., (repeated at 11 a.m.) Sept. 15, 22, 29. Newborn to 24 months with adult.
Wacky Wednesday Family Story Times: 10:15 a.m., Sept. 16, 23, 30. Ages 3 to 6
Auburn Library Book Club Party for Kids: 4 p.m., Sept. 25. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw. Grades 3-8
TEENS
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. 17, 24. Grades K-12. Drop-in during scheduled Study Zone hours for free homework help from volunteer tutors.
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
Best Books for Young Adults Book Review Group: 4 p.m., Sept. 1. Love to read? Want to get your hands on the latest books, even before they are published? We read and review the newest and soon-to-be-published books for teens.
Game On!: 3:30 p.m., Sept. 9, 16, 23, 30. Play Guitar Hero, DDR and your favorite Wii and GameCube games.
Teen Advisory Board: 4 p.m., Sept. 21. Looking for volunteer hours for school? Want to help your community? The Auburn Library is looking for enthusiastic and motivated teens to join our 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/teens
Teen Book Club: 4:30 p.m., Sept. 22. The Compound by S.A. Bodeen. 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
ADULTS
Genealogy Assistance: 1 p.m., Aug. 19, 26, Sept. 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 23; 7 p.m., Sept. 14. Volunteers from South King County Genealogical Society will be available to answer your questions.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Class: 6 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 14, 21, 23, 28, 30. 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. • Introduction to computers: • 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.
Auburn Library Book Discussion Group: 7 p.m., Sept. 1. The Absolutely True Diary of a Part Time Indian by Sherman Alexie. http://blogs.kcls.org/auburn/adults/
Talk Time: 6:30 p.m., Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24. Improve your speaking and listening skills in this free English conversation group.
Citizenship Workshop: 6:30 p.m., Sept. 8. Ask and receive answers to your questions regarding U.S. Citizenship. Sign up at the Information Desk or by calling 253.931.3018.
Friends of the Auburn Library Meeting: 7 p.m., Sept. 22. The Friends support the library and programs. Join us!
Two Wheels North: 1 p.m., Sept. 27. 4Culture and Book-It Repertory Theatre are partnering to dramatize Two Wheels North, the captivating true story of the two young men who rode their bicycles from Santa Rosa, California, to the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition in the Fall of 1909.
Computer Classes: Beginning August 21, sign-up at the Information Desk or call 253.931.3018.
• Introduction to Computers: 10 a.m., Sept. 11. • Excel Level 1: 10 a.m., Sept. 19. • Internet Level 1, 10 a.m., Sept. 24. • Microsoft Excel Level 2: 10 a.m., Sept. 26. • Microsoft PowerPoint: 12:30 p.m., Sept. 26. • Microsoft Word Level 1: 10 a.m., Sept. 30. • Microsoft Word Level 2: 12:30 p.m., Sept. 30.
Algona-Pacific Library, 225 Ellingson Road, Pacific. 253-833-3554. Library events include:
KIDS
Thursday Movie Matinee: 1:30 p.m., Aug. 27. Ages 5 to 12, ages 8 and younger with adult. Need an afternoon break? Join us for a full length feature film. Registration not required. Please call the library for movie title, 253.833.3554.
Board Games Drop-In Zone: 1:30 p.m., Aug. 20. Come for some friendly board games! Choose from the ‘unplugged’ games of Monopoly, Hangman, Trouble and more.
Mondays at Seven Book Club: 7 p.m., Aug. 24. Ages 9-12 with their special adult. Join us this month to discuss the book Ereth’s Birthday by Avi
Cuentos en Espanol: 11 a.m., Aug 21, 28. Cuentos, rimas, franelografo, y mas diversion para la familia. Inscripcion no necesaria.
Toddler Story Times: 10:15 a.m., Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. Ages 2 to 3 with adult. Join us for stories, rhymes, music and fun.
Preschool Story Times: 11 a.m., Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. Ages 3 to 5 with adult. Enjoy stories, activities and music while children develop pre-reading skills.
Spanish Story Time: 11 a.m., Sept. 4, 25. Stories, rhymes, flannel boards and fun for families. Registration not required.
Cuentos en Espanol: 11 a.m., Sept. 4, 25. Cuentos, rimas, franelografo, y mas diversion para la familia. Inscripcion no necesaria.
TEENS
Game On!: 3 p.m., Aug. 19, 26, Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. Teens in middle, junior high and high school. Play Guitar Hero, DDR and your favorite Wii and GameCube games
ADULTS
Alpac Book Club: 7:30 p.m., Sept. 16. Join us to discuss The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd. Copies of this book have been reserved for participants and are available for check out at the library!
Algona-Pacific Friends of the Library: 6:30 p.m., Sept. 16. The Friends support the library’s programs and activities. Join us!
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. • E-mail Basics, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Sept. 26. Learn about popular e-mail services. Create your own e-mail account, write messages and learn about attachments.
STORY TIMES
Pajama Story Time: 7 p.m., Aug. 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., Aug. 17, 24, 31. Ages 2-5. Stories, finger plays and songs that are age appropriate for your little one.
Stories and Strings: 11 a.m., Sept. 16, 23, 30. Please join us for stories, sing-alongs and other fun activities.
GAMING
Gaming Zone: 3 p.m., Aug. 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. • 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. • Word 2007 Level 1: 10 a.m., Sept. 10. Find every day common commands that you need to use Microsoft Word 2007. Learn about the new Ribbon, as well as about Tabs, Groups, Commands, and the Dialog Box Launcher. Learn how to customize the Quick Access Toolbar. • Word 2007 Level 1: 6 p.m., Sept. 24. Find every day common commands that you need to use Microsoft Word 2007. Learn about the new Ribbon, as well as about Tabs, Groups, Commands, and the Dialog Box Launcher. Learn how to customize the Quick Access Toolbar.
BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
Reading in the Woods Book Group: 7 p.m., Sept. 14. Join us for a lively thoughtful discussion. This month’s book is “The Absolutely True Diary of a Part Time Indian,” by Sherman Alexie.Light refreshments will be served. Please come to the Service Desk at the library to obtain a copy of the book.
GAMING
Gaming Zone: 3 p.m., Sept. 15, 22, 29. Board games! Puzzles! Wii! Come on down and have fun playing a variety of games. Challenge your friends!
Network
Ribbon Cutting: 11 a.m., Aug. 21, Fields & Co., 110 2nd St. SW, in the Sounder Station.
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. $5. 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.
Hospice Volunteer Training: Highline Hospice, 12844 Military Road S., Tukwila, is recruiting caring and compassionate people interested in supporting terminally ill patients and their families. If you have a heart for being with others through difficult times, volunteering with Hospice may be right for you. Volunteers provide patient support and companionship, caregiver respite, bereavement support, or office help. Comprehensive training provided. Contact Michele Fawcett-Long, Volunteer Coordinator, at 206-439-9095 or mfawcett-long@highlinemedical.org.
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
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
‘Little Shop of Horrors’: 7:30 p.m., Aug. 12-15, Aug. 19-22, Auburn Mountainview High School Theater, 28900 124th Ave SE., Auburn. Presented by the Summer Alumni Theatre Company.Admission is $8.
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 open house: 5-7 p.m., Aug. 27; 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Aug. 29, 14 B ST NE # 1 & 2 Auburn. Come learn more about our program, register for classes and save 10 percent on uniform dress code items. Visit www.auburnchildrensdancetheater.com or call 253-887-8937 for more information.
Auburn Dance Academy: Classes forming, 1811 Howard Road, Suite 100. 253-833-1891, www.AuburnDanceAcademy.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: Aug. 12-Nov. 8, Suffer for Beauty: A Revealing Look at Women’s History through Undergarments. Visitors to this exhibit will learn about women’s history through a review of underwear styles. The exhibit displays women’s undergarments and beauty aides by era: bustles and corsets of 1880 to1900, less binding clothes of the progressive era 1900 to 1920, the restricting fashions as 1914-15 backlash, the freeing 1920s, the economical 1930s, wartime masculine years of the 1940s, and finally the ‘New Look’ from 1947-50s. 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
