Events

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

Holiday Tree Lighting: 5 p.m., Nov. 27, Pacific City Hall, front lawn, 100 3rd Ave. SE. Ceremony includes short program, caroling, cookies, hot cocoa and cider. Countdown for the tree lighting begins at 5:30 p.m. A raffle ticket will be given to each person who brings a can of food for the local Food Bank. Raffle prizes will be given away tonight.

Open House Station 33 Dedication: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Dec. 12, VRFA Station 33, 500 -182nd Ave., Auburn. Dedication ceremony at 11 a.m. Hosted by the Valley Regional Fire Authority. Refreshments, door prizes, equipment and safety displays and entertainment by the Auburn Riverside High School Band will be provided. Children can try on firefighter gear, make their own fire trucks, tour through a fire engine and aid car, and meet Sparky the Fire Dog and “Pluggie” the fire hydrant robot. Other activities include demonstrations of a thermal imaging camera, tours of the facility and home and holiday safety information. Firefighters also will be collecting new, unwrapped toys for the Toys-For-Kids drive For more information, call 253-931-3060.

23rd annual Washington Sportsmen’s Show: Jan. 27-31. Show hours: noon to 8 p.m. Wednesday-Friday (Jan. 27-29), 10 a.m.- 8 p.m., Saturday (Jan. 30), 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday (Jan. 31), Western Washington Fairgrounds, 110 9th Ave. SW, Puyallup. Exhibits, seminars, kids’ activities, a true “buyers show,” with hundreds of exhibitors and dealers offering show discounts on fishing and hunting gear, outdoor clothing, camping equipment, sport fishing boats, RVs and accessories. Admission: adults $10 ($8 exchange with coupon); juniors (6-16) 5; children 5-under free. For weekday discount coupons, visit www.otshows.com. For more information, 503-246-8291.

27th annual Tacoma Home & Garden Show: Jan. 27-31. Show hours: 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday (Jan. 27 and 28), 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday and Saturday (Jan. 29-30), 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday (Jan. 31), Tacoma Dome, 2727 E. D St. More than 1,000 exhibits, display gardens and a full schedule of “how-to” seminars. Admission: $10 adults; $8 seniors (weekdays only, 62-older); free (with ID) for American Horticulture Society Members; free to children 16 and under. Two-day passes: $16 adults, $12 seniors. Weekday discount coupons online. For more information, call 253.756.2121 or visit www.otshows.com.

Northwest Flower & Garden Show: Feb 3-7. Show hours: 9 a.m.-8 p.m. , Wednesday-Saturday (Feb. 3-6); 9 a.m.- to 6 p.m. Sunday (Feb. 7), Washington State Convention and Trade Center, 7th and Pike, Seattle, Seattle. Lineup includes 25 display gardens, internationally-known speakers, more than 350 exhibitors and activities. Theme: “Beauty and Functionality.” Advance “early bird” tickets available at a discounted price of $16 for adults (normally $20 at the door). Visit www.gardenshow.com for advance ticket sale locations or to purchase tickets online. Admission: $20 adults; $15 group (per ticket; minimum purchase of 20 tickets): $10 half-Day (purchased online or at the door after 3 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday); $5 youth (ages 13-17); free children (ages 12 and under).

Benefits

VRFA Firefighters Holiday Toy Drive: Donations of new, unwrapped gifts and/or cash donations will be accepted at the dates and locations noted below: • Saturday, Dec. 12 and Sunday, Dec. 13, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.: Auburn Fred Meyer, 801 Auburn Way N., Albertsons, 4010 A St. SE, Albertsons, 1347 Auburn Way N. and Auburn Top Foods at 1406 Lake Tapps Parkway E. Donations also can be dropped off at the following locations: North Auburn Fire Station #31 at 1101 D St. NE, South Auburn Fire Station #32 at 1951 R St. SE., Lea Hill Fire Station 34 at 31204 124th Ave. SE, or Pacific Fire Station 38 at 133 3rd Ave. SE. Families in need of assistance from the Toys for Kids program should register with the Auburn Food Bank, 253-804-5696. Toys will be distributed only to those pre-registered with the food bank..

7th Annual Benefit Toy Ride: 11 a.m., Dec. 12, Escorted ride begins at Downtown Harley & RMC at 3705 E. Valley Road Renton. Toys and donations to benefit Auburn Pregnancy Aid. For more information, please call Mike Boehlke at 206-423-3436.

Holidays

A Victorian Country Christmas: Dec. 2-6 at the Western Washington Fairgrounds and Event Center, 110 Ninth Ave. SW, Puyallup. Twenty-second annual holiday extravaganza offers a variety of entertainment, 560 specialty stores, decorations, animated displays, workshops, cuisine and holiday bargains. Hours: 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Wednesday-Saturday, and 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday. Parking is free at designated fairgrounds parking lots. General admission is $9.50 for adults; $8 for seniors 62 and over, military personnel with ID and juniors 6-17. Children 5 and younger are free with an adult. For more information, visit www.avictoriancountrychristmas.com. For directions, visit www.thefair.com.

Journey to Bethlehem: 6-9 p.m., Dec. 3-6, Dec. 12-13, Auburn Adventist Academy Church, 5010 Auburn Way S. Free, open to the public. Interactive drama is an outdoor production that features more than 275 costumed actors, vibrant sets, colorful storytelling and live animals. Tours, lasting approximately 40 minutes, depart from the church. Free tour tickets are available at the door; however, to avoid a long wait, tickets can be reserved at www.j2binfo.org. There is a Christmas music program featured while tours await departure. Donations will be accepted for the Auburn Food Bank. For more information, call the AAA Church 253-833-5853.

Holiday Snack & Craft: 2-4 p.m., Dec. 5, Washington Elementary School, 20 E St. NE. Children and families can join the Parks, Arts & Rec staff in creating holiday gingerbread houses and ornaments. Pre-registration fee is $3 for residents, $4 for non-residents, $5 for at the door.

Auburn Optimist Club’s Santa House: 3-6 p.m., weekdays, noon-6 p.m,. weekends, B St. Plaza. Take a photo with Santa before and after the Dec. 5 parade. The Santa House will be open though Dec. 23.

Santa Parade and Community Tree Lighting: 4:30 p.m., Dec. 5, Main Street, downtown Auburn. Free. A festive and fun children’s parade, which is followed by community caroling and the lighting of the City Hall Christmas tree. www.auburnwa.gov or 253-931-3043.

A Christmas Story: 6:30 p.m., Dec. 5, Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. Movie screening. Prizes awarded for those dressed in best bunny pajamas, snow suit, or Ralphy look-alike costumes. Admission: $3 ($2 each for groups of 4 or more). Advance tickets available at the Parks office, 910 Ninth Street SE, or on the day of the event at the theater box office, starting at 2 p.m.

Winter Craft Fair: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Dec. 5, Auburn Mountainview High School, 28900 124th Ave SE , Auburn. Hosted by the Lions Booster Club. No admission charge. 253-217-0237 or 253-288-1812.

Night in Bethlehem: 5-8 p.m., Dec. 6, Community of Christ, 31720 116th SE, Auburn. Experience walking the streets of first-century Bethlehem. Come wander through the marketplace as merchants in costume sell their wares and show off their crafts. Sample the food items available at many of the stalls. At 6 p.m. there will be a children’s play, “The Night Before Christmas,” which takes the viewer from modern time back to the days of Christ’s birth.

Holiday Bazaar: 1-5 p.m. Dec. 6, Auburn Meadows Assisted Living, 945 22nd St. NE, Auburn. Raffle tickets to benefit the Auburn Food Bank. Gifts, cosmetics, jewelry, purses, crafts, custom gift baskets, massage therapy, refreshments and free samples. Bring a toy or food item and get a free raffle ticket. 253-333-0171

Breakfast with Santa: 8:30 a.m., 11 a.m. Dec. 12, Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth St. SE. Hosted by the City of Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation Department. Children, parents, and grandparents are invited to enjoy breakfast, special entertainment, and a special guest appearance by Santa. Cost is $5 for residents of Auburn and $7 for those living outside the city ($6/$8 for adults). Pre-registration is required. Call 253-931-3043 or visit www.auburnwa.gov for more details.

Jingle Bell Jog: 9-11 a.m., Dec. 12, Auburn Memorial Stadium, 800 4th. St. NE. Hosted by Auburn High School DECA, a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. Live holiday music, reindeer games and mini competitions, concessions Santa Claus will be on hand. Jingle bells will be provided for participants to wear on their shoes during the jog. Honorary jingle bells, which will be sold for $2 to pay tribute to friends and family who lost their lives to cancer, will be displayed on the Jingle Bell Tree. Jingle Bell Jog T-shirts will be sold at a special price. Team registration forms and individual sponsor forms can be picked up in the office at Auburn High School printed from www.auburn.wednet.edu/ahs, or e-mail ljacobs@auburn.wednet.edu. For more information please, contact Lori Jacobs at Auburn High School at 253-931-4719.

Classes

Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation: City of Auburn offers a variety of classes and programs. Fall options include preschool, youth, teen, and adult leisure programs; youth, teen, and adult athletics; fitness and wellness programs; programs designed to provide social and recreational opportunities to senior citizens and those with special needs, and other special events suitable for the entire family and community at large. New this session are a variety of art and drawing classes, stroller strides, and open gym gymnastics for kids. Additionally, the Parks, Arts & Rec has numerous facilities available for rent. Residents can register now via Auburn@Play on-line at www.auburnwa.gov , in person at the Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation Administration building at 910 Ninth Street SE or by calling 253-931-3043. Reservations for all facilities must be made in person at the Parks, Arts & Recreation Administration Office, 910 Ninth St SE.

Enamel Projects for Holiday Gifts: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Dec. 12, Les Gove Multi-Purpose Building, 1020 Deal’s Way SE. Learn basic enameling procedure and simple techniques such as stenciling, sgraffito, overglazes and underglazes on copper to create holiday pendants, pins or ornaments. No prior metalwork experience necessary. Instructor: Ellen Miffitt, ages: 15 and over. Fee: $35 residents/$44 non-residents. $20 supply fee payable in class. To register for the class, contact the City of Auburn, Parks, Arts and Recreation at 253-931-3043, or in person at 910 Ninth Street SE, Mon-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Faith

Open house: Noon-2 p.m., Dec. 6, Evergreen Foursquare Church, 2407 M St. SE, next to Pioneer Elementary School. Visit with Pastor Doug Bursch as the congregation welcomes a new location.

Health

Blood drives for Cascade Regional Blood Center: For more information, call 1-877-242-5663 or visit www.crbs.net.

Puget Sound Blood Center blood drives: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Dec. 4, Boeing-Auburn 17-44, 700 15th St. SW (closed to public); 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Dec. 4, Auburn Regional Medical Center, Plaza 1, 202 N. Division St.; 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Dec. 5, SuperMall, 1101 Supermall Way, Auburn; 1-7 p.m., Dec. 14, First United Methodist Church, 100 N. St. SE, Auburn; 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Dec. 15, Social Security, 1901 C St. SW, Auburn; 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Dec. 23, Auburn City Hall, 25 W. Main St. For more information, call 253-945-8667 or please visit www.psbc.org.

Free! Corestar Pilates: 205 E Main St., Suite B, Auburn. Pilates, yoga and Zumba classes now being offered for adults and teens. Registration for October classes available now. To register visit www.corestarpilates.com or call 206-914-0112 for more info.

Libraries

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

CHILDREN & FAMILIES

Sleepy Story Times: 7 p.m., Dec. 3, 10. All ages welcome, ages 5 and younger with adult. Wear your pajamas and bring your teddy bear to this 30-minute bedtime story time.

Toddler ABC Story Times: 10:15 a.m., Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14. Ages 2 to 3 with adult. Explore the alphabet through stories, songs, finger plays and action rhymes.

Preschool ABC Story Times: 11 a.m., Nov. 30. 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.) Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22. Newborn to 24 months with adult. Your baby will be bouncing to stories and fun. We will focus on early literacy activities with a short 15-20 minute play time afterward.

Wacky Wednesday Family Story Times: 10:15 a.m., Dec. 2. Ages 3 to 6, siblings welcome. Kids will be hopping to stories, finger plays and funny flannel board activities.

Board Games Drop-In Zone: 12:30 p.m., Dec. 5. Preschoolers through teens welcome, ages 6 and younger with adult. Bring a friend to relax and play board games. Choose from “unplugged” games like Trivial Pursuit, Apples to Apples Jr., Candyland, Twister, puzzles and more, or bring your own game to share.

Primavera Cuentos en Espanol e Ingles: 7 p.m., Nov. 30. Story times in Spanish and English

Book Club Party for Kids: • 4 p.m., Nov. 27. Join us for a friendly discussion of the newest Diary of a Wimpy Kid series: Dog Days. • 4 p.m, Dec. 18. Discussion of the Chronicles of Narnia by CS Lewis. Grades 3-8.

Sing-Along with Caspar Babypants: 10:15 a.m., Dec. 23. Ages 2-5 with adult. Chris Ballew is better known as the lead singer of the Seattle-based rock ‘n’ roll band, The Presidents of the United States of America. This show includes simple songs families can sing together to reinforce many concepts related to early literacy. Sponsored by the Friends of the Auburn Library.

TEENS

Teen Book Club: 4:30 p.m., Dec. 15, Cuba 15 by Nancy Osa. The first 10 people who sign up to attend will receive a free copy courtesy of the Friends of the Auburn Library. Check out http://blogs.kcls.org/auburn/teens for more information.

Study Zone: 3 p.m., Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14; 6 p.m., Dec. 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16; 4 p.m., Nov. 12, 19, Dec. 3, 10, 17. Grades K-12. Drop-in during scheduled Study Zone hours for free homework help from volunteer tutors. .

Digital Design Lab: 3 p.m., Dec. 2, 9, 16. Come learn about digital design.

Anime/Manga Club: 4 p.m., Dec. 7. Bring your favorite or new anime and manga to discuss, watch movies, practice drawing in the manga style and munch on snacks!

Writing Group: 3:30 p.m., Dec. 8, 22. This group meets twice a month to do writing exercises and discuss our work.

ADULTS

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): 6 p.m., Dec. 2, 7, 28. Presented by Green River Community College. A formal class to learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills.

Talk Time: 6:30 p.m., Dec. 3, 10, 17. Improve your speaking and listening skills in this free English conversation group.

Friends of the Auburn Library Meeting: 7 p.m., Dec. 22. The Friends support the library and programs. Join us.

Genealogy Assistance: 1 p.m., Dec. 2, 5, 9, 12, 16; 7 p.m., Dec. 14. 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. • E-mail Basics: 10 a.m, Dec. 10; • 3 p.m., • Introduction to Computers: 3 p.m., Dec. 12; • Internet Nivel 1 (Internet Level 1): 1:30 p.m, Dec. 14. Aprenda términos importantes del internet, cómo navegar por la web, y cómo buscar información en la web usando un buscador. Pre-requisito: habilidad para usar el ratón. Registro comenzará el 21 de noviembre. Favor de registrarse en el escritorio de Información o llamar al 253.931.3018. • Excel Level 2: 7 p.m., Dec. 17; • Microsoft Excel Level 1: 10 a.m., Dec. 19; • Microsoft Word Level 1: 12:30 p.m, Dec. 19.

Auburn Library Book Discussion Group: 7 p.m., Dec. 1. Animal, Vegetable, Miracle by Barbara Kingsolver. Join the group for an evening of lively conversation! Our friendly group meets the first Tuesday of each month. 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.

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

Holiday Open House: All day, Dec. 12. The Algona-Pacific Friends of the Library invite everyone to get into the holiday spirit. Enjoy a day full of entertainment, refreshments and merriment.

ADULTS

Algona-Pacific Page Turners: 7:30 p.m., Dec. 16. Letters from Father Christmas by J.R.R. Tolkien. Share your love of books and connect with fellow readers at our monthly book group! Copies of this title have been reserved and are available for check out at the library. Join us! New members are always welcome!

KIDS

Sing-Along With Caspar Babypants: 10:30 a.m., Dec. 8. Ages 2 to 5 with adult. Chris Ballew is better known as the lead singer of the Seattle-based rock and roll band, The Presidents of the United States of America. This show includes simple songs families can sing together to reinforce many concepts related to early literacy.

Jingle Bell Rock: 10:30 a.m., Dec. 12. This year’s performance includes Frosty the Snowman, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and Father Christmas’ Magic Show. All accompanied by the most popular music of the season.

Eco-T-Shirts: 1 p.m., Dec. 12. Ages 5 to 12. Learn to carve original designs into recycled objects to create environmentally friendly stamps, stencils and printmaking plates that can be used to transfer images, logos, words and motifs onto t-shirts. Bring your own plain T-shirts. Registration required.

A Blizzard of Tales and Tunes: 2 p.m., Dec. 21. Ages 5 to 10 and families. Prepare for a storm of winter stories and songs for young children and their families. Hand motions, finger plays, flannel board, and other props bring it all to life in this fast paced, 45-minute program.

Baby Story Time: 10:15 a.m., Dec. 2, 9, 16. 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.

Cuentos en Espanol: 11 a.m., Dec. 4, 11, 18. Cuentos, rimas, franelografo, y mas diversion para la familia. Inscripcion no necesaria.

TEENS

Study Zone: 3:30 p.m., Dec. 2, 9, 16. Grades K-12. Drop in during scheduled Study Zone hours for homework help from volunteer tutors.

Game On!: 3 p.m., Dec. 9, 16. Play your favorite games for the Wii, GameCube and PS2.

Alpac Teen Anime Club: 3 p.m., Dec. 23. Watch anime videos and practice your manga drawing. Check out the library’s collection of manga material too!

Teen Movie Afternoon: 3 p.m., Dec. 30. Join us to watch a movie after school.

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. 

Story Times

Stories and Strings: 11 a.m, Dec. 2, 9. Please join us for stories, sing-alongs and other fun activities.

Book Discussion Group

Reading in the Woods Book Group: 7 p.m., Dec. 14. Join us for a lively thoughtful discussion. This month’s book is “The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane,” by Kate DiCamillo. Light refreshments will be served. Please come to the Service Desk at the library to obtain a copy of the book.

Early Literacy Fiestas

Early Literacy Party in Spanish: 6:30 p.m., Dec. 1, 8. For Spanish-speaking families with children, newborn to age 5. Families learn about Early Literacy and how to prepare their children for kindergarten.

Network

Tax workshop: 1-4 p.m., Dec. 2, at 2101 4th Ave., Suite 1400, Seattle. The Seattle office of the Washington State Department of Revenue is hosting a free workshop for new and small business owners. 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 www.dor.wa.gov or call 206-956-3002. Space is limited.

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 Area Chamber of Commerce After Hours: 5-7 p.m., Dec. 17, Fields & Co. Restaurant, 110 2nd St. SW, Suite 125, at the Auburn Transit Station. Presented by Fields & Co., Rarey & Associates CPA’s Inc., and Virtual Bookkeeping Solutions, LLC. Food, beverages provided; door prizes, gift bag for each attendee. Please bring a non-perishable canned food donation for the Auburn Food Bank.

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.

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.

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: 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.

Theater

Auburn Follies Hoilday Edition, Live At The Ave: 7:30 p.m., Dec. 11, Auburn Ave. Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. Step back into the past with a variety show that revisits some classic musicals that were presented at ‘The Ave ‘ back in the day.” Tickets: $17, $15 students, seniors. www.brownpapertickets.com/event/88393

Music

Live jazz: 5:30-7:30 p.m., every Saturday, starting Nov. 14, featuring local musicians. Pazzo Coffee, 3312 Auburn Way S., Suite A, Auburn. Free admission for anyone who likes jazz. Serving a special, buy one and get a second one 50 percent off for any drink, during performances.

Auburn Symphony Orchestra’s “The Messiah and other Seasonal Treats”: 7:30 p.m., Dec. 2-3, Auburn Performing Arts Center, 700 E. Main St. Free pre-concert lecture 45 minutes prior. Stewart Kershaw, conductor, with The Tudor Choir, Doug Fullington, director; soloists Megan Chenovick, soprano; Melissa Plagemann, mezzo soprano; and Erich Parce, baritone. Highlights from The Messiah Fantasia on Christmas carols, plus an audience sing-along to favorite holiday songs. Reserved seats: $25/adults $20/students, seniors. Call 253-887-7777 or purchase online at auburnsymphony.org/ Buy one ticket, get second half off deal, call the office to purchase – offer not available online.

Red, White & Blue Holiday Concert, featuring Washington 133rd Army Band: 2:30 p.m., Dec. 6, Auburn Performing Arts Center, 700 E Main St. Special guest artists: Auburn Mountainview High School Choir. Admission is free with a suggested donation of non-perishable food benefiting the Auburn Food Bank. Tickets are available in person only, starting Nov. 2, through Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation, 910 Ninth St. SE. Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Limit six per person.

Rainier Youth Choirs “Winter Magic”: 3 p.m., Dec. 12, Kent United Methodist Church, 11010 SE 248 St. Featuring many holiday favorites, classics and contemporary selections incorporating artistry, humor and audience participation. Advance discount tickets can be purchased at www.rainieryouthchoirs.org or contact Shannon Hesketh at 206-835-8888, executivedirector@rainierchorale.org.

Inspirational Christmas with Elvis: 7:30 p.m., Dec. 18-19, Auburn Ave. Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. Join Danny Vernon, Marcia Ann Margaret and the DeVilles as they portray the King of Rock-n-Roll like no other. Tickets: $17, $15 students, seniors. www.brownpapertickets.com/event/85369

Bronn and Katherine Journey 28th Annual Christmas Concert: 7:30 p.m., Dec. 19, Auburn Performing Arts Center, 700 E. Main St. Bronn will delight with the shimmering sounds of the harp, the instrument of the angels, perfectly suited for playing the songs of Christmas. Tickets: $16, $20. There is a group rate for 10 or more people. Tickets are available by calling 800-838-3006 or by going to www.BrownPaperTickets.com. For more information, visit www.bronnjourney.com

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

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.

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 Tea Party: 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., Dec. 12, at the studio, 14 B St. NE, Nos. 1 , 2, Auburn. There are 14 spots available per time slot for ages 3-6 years. Clara’s Polka, dancers for the 7-and-older group, will perform at 12:30 p.m. Parties includes dress-up time (3-6 age group only), reading of the story, The Nutcracker, and dancing to the classical score. Enjoy tea and cookies with the hostess, the Sugar Plum Fairy. Advanced registration is required. Cost is $10 per participant. Use Promo code: A620B957 and receive two spots for the price of one (expires Dec. 1). Call 253-887-8937 or visit www.auburnchildrensdancetheater.com for more information.

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.

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: Exhibit: Nov. 18-Dec. 20. Second annual Small Works, Big Presents, the Gift of Art. Exhibit celebrates the diversity and creativity in the regional art scene and showcase the work of Pacific Northwest artists while offering an opportunity to purchase fine artwork during the holiday season. Dec. 5: family day, The Gift of Arts, noon-4 p.m.; Dec. 21-Jan 1: museum closed for the holidays. Hours: Noon-4 p.m. Wednesdays-Sundays. Admission: $1-$2; free on Wednesdays. 918 H St. S.E., Auburn. 253-288-7433 or www.wrvmuseum.org.

Galleries

Auburn City Hall: • Exhibit: Until Nov. 30. Soft watercolor technique using bold color effortlessly depicts landscapes and everyday objects in the artwork of Bellevue artist Cheryl Hoople and Federal Way artist Frances Velling. • Exhibit: Dec. 1-30. Photographic look at everyday objects and landscapes through the artists’ lens of Kent photographer Jennifer Hermanson and Auburn photographer Jan Wieser, 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.