More Than You Imagined

Ms Auburn Scholarship Program

2012-01-23T14:07:00.000-08:00

About the Miss Auburn Scholarship Program
The Miss Auburn Scholarship Program is the strongest community based scholarship competition of its kind in the state. In 1997 the Miss American organization proclaimed the Miss Auburn Scholarship Fund to be the largest in the entire Miss America local pageant system. The Miss Auburn Scholarship Pageant is an official preliminary to the Miss Washington and Miss America Pageants.

The program is produced by the Miss Auburn Scholarship Program Inc. and sponsored by The Auburn Noon Lions Club. It is an official preliminary to the Miss Washington and Miss America Scholarship Pageants.

The Miss Auburn Scholarship Program is a dynamic educational program. It provides opportunities for young women to expand their quest for knowledge and acquire skills to better equip them for future opportunities. Most importantly, participants will have many occasions to develop their leadership skills, resulting in a greater sense of awareness of their potential.
Miss Auburn Pageant
Miss Auburn pageant will be held on February 3 & 4, 2012 at the Performing Arts Center. You can get your tickets in one of three ways!

ONLINE (recommended) NEW this year! Full pageant tickets can be purchased online (single day tickets must be purchased at the door day of event)

MAIL Fill out the order form and mail to:
Miss Auburn Scholarship Program Tickets
PMB #152
1402 Auburn Way N.
Auburn , WA 98002-3309

IN PERSON Purchase tickets at the door day of event. First come first serve.
Be a part of Unmasking 50 Years of Miss Auburn!

The goal of the Miss Auburn Program is to inspire accomplishments and motivate personal achievement in young women. This program aims to assist young women to reach their educational goals and dreams.

The Miss Auburn Scholarship Program provides in-depth training and experience in developing leadership and interview skills. This will pay dividends throughout the young woman’s career and lifetime. She will also receive extensive training in developing her choice of talent, along with personal grooming, poise and wardrobe consultation.

The Miss Auburn Scholarship Program is open to young women of the Auburn community who are interested in serving in a leadership role that fosters community service.

17th Annual Uniquely Auburn Celebration

2012-01-10T13:22:00.000-08:00

To be held Sunday, January 29, 2012 at the
Auburn Performing Arts Center

Uniquely Auburn, a FREE community-sponsored celebration of cultural diversity recognizing people, places, and events that make Auburn unique, will be held Sunday, January 29, 2012 at the Performing Arts Center beginning at 2:00 p.m.

Uniquely Auburn 2012, “Late Night with Michael Hursh”, will include house band, “Slaughter”, featuring Dave Hoskin and Jim Char; top ten lists; “unique” auburn-related commercials; the Holy Family School Fifth grade choir; the Ukranian Church Band; Miss Auburn – Daniela Ferrell on piano; Auburn’s inaugural Poet Laureate – Dick Brugger; the former Miss Auburn Outstanding Teen 2011 and rhythmic gymnast – Naomi Moore; Native American crafts; art and poetry exhibit; Striped Water poets; Liz Keeley performing “God Bless America”, and more.

Following the program in the theater, there will be a complimentary “sit-down” dinner featuring beef and vegetarian stew, rolls, and brownies.

Muckleshoot Indian Tribe, Soroptimist International of Auburn, City of Auburn Arts Commission, Auburn School District, and Trillium, sponsor the 17th annual event. The Auburn Performing Arts Center is located at 700 E. Main Street.

For more information, please call Janice Nelson at 206-349-3061, find us on facebook, or visit our website at www.uniquelyauburn.org.

Green River Community College to ring in Year of the Dragon

2012-01-05T15:35:00.000-08:00

Green River Community College will host its annual Lunar New Year Party on Friday, January 27 from 6 p.m. to midnight in the Lindbloom Student Center. A major holiday for Asian cultures, the celebration marks the start of the Year of the Dragon. Celebrated throughout Asia with regional and cultural variations, common themes associated with Lunar New Year are good fortune, happiness, wealth and longevity.

“No matter how different people celebrate Lunar New Year, as the most important of the traditional holidays in most eastern and southeastern Asian countries, it is the time that family members gather together for reunion,” International Student Activities Coordinator Samuel Huang said.

“It will be an eye-opening experience to participate in this event because of the diverse cultures portrayed through the performances held during the party,” Vid Wah, second year student and International Student Ambassador, said.

Organized by student groups, the Lunar New Year Festival is a way for people to get involved in college activities. Students and community members see elaborate student-led performances displaying traditions of Asian cultures.

GRCC students with ID are $7 on or before January 13 after $9. Non-GRCC students are $10. Contact the Student Life Office at 253-833-9111 ext. 2400 for more information or to purchase tickets.

Martha Koch
Fulbright Scholar
International Student Activities Manager
Green River Community College
12401 SE 320th Street
Auburn, WA 98092-3622
Tel: 253-833-9111 x2416

Happy New Year 2012

2012-01-03T11:02:00.000-08:00

2012.... Sounds like a really good year.
We would like to thank all of you (friends and customers) for supporting Auburn Wine as we enter our 4th year of business.
Our 1st New Year's Eve party was a huge success. Phil kept everyone dancing, Steph sang a couple of great songs, Marta's kitchen had great food as always and last but not least Marion was there for a couple of hours. I think she was in charge of "hugs and kisses". Thanks to Walter for taking pictures throughout the evening. Look for them soon on our Facebook page.
This week we will be opening later in the day for inventory. We will be open at 4:00pm Tuesday (12/03)-- Friday (12/05).....
After this week we will be open 1:00pm to 8:00pm every day.
The awesome "Jamie" will be working a lot more hours so make her feel welcome. Her resume said "drinks wine well" so she is qualified.
Phil made it through New Year's Eve and will be back this Friday with his great music.
Your Friends at Auburn Wine and Caviar.
2402 A Street Southeast
Auburn, WA 98002
shop@auburnwineandcaviar.com
www.auburnwineandcaviar.com

Your Friends at Auburn Wine and Caviar.

Rhythmic Circus: Feet Don't Fail Me

2012-01-03T10:57:00.000-08:00

January 21st at 7:30 p.m. at the Auburn Performing Arts Center, 700 East Main. Rapid-fire, high spirited humor, rhythm masters! Rhythmic Circus has quickly risen from an underground percussive-dance phenomenon to an innovative live performance company known for transforming their tap shoes into instruments of rhythm backed by a full band. The Minneapolis Star Tribune put it well when they called the dance troupe “Flat out amazing!”

Funded in part by the MetLife Community Connections Fund of the New England Foundation for the Arts’’ National Dance Project. Major support for the NDP is also provided by the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation, with additional support from the Andrew W. Mellow Foundation and the Boeing Company Charitable Trust

Tickets $20/$18 go to www.auburnwa.gov or call 253-931-3043.

Auburn Wine and Caviar - 2 Weeks to Christmas

2011-12-12T14:08:00.001-08:00

Santa is warming up his sleigh..Its almost time....
Don't forget your Champagne and Caviar. Party with class.

This weekend we have Bartholomew Cellars pouring wine on Saturday night. Great winery.

Mr. Phil Slater is doing a double-header this weekend... Friday and Saturday night at 6:00pm... WOW

Happy Hour on Wednesday night between 5pm and 7pm. All menu wines on sale at 50% off glass and bottle (must be consumed on premise)...

DIVAS: Two of you have a chance to win $100.00 Gift Certificate. Two gift cards are in the DIVA glasses for the coming week.
NEW YEARS EVE:

We are filling up. Put your reservation in soon.
$10.00 per person.
Bring in the New Year with Good Friends....
Your Friends at Auburn Wine and Caviar.

2402 A Street Southeast
Auburn, WA 98002
shop@auburnwineandcaviar.com
www.auburnwineandcaviar.com
253-887-8530

Auburn Wine and Caviar Christmas Event

2011-11-29T09:27:00.000-08:00

Join us this Saturday Night to celebrate our 3rd Anniversary and a great Christmas Season.
Celebration starts at 6:00pm
Santa arrives at 7:00pm with gifts...
Our great friends from Icicle Ridge Winery will be here to pour their fantastic wines.
Don the Wine-Maker will be pouring and explaining the details of his wine...Awesome.....
Phil Slater will be here with great music to go with Santa and the Icicle Ridge Wines.....
Its gonna be a great Christmas season.
We have 4 more wineries visiting with us over the next three weeks so keep checking your emails.
We will be closed Sunday December 25th (Christmas Day) and December 26th (Monday).
New Years Eve!!!! We are going to do it. A great New Years Eve Party...Call ahead for a reservation...
Music, prizes and fun...

Your Friends at Auburn Wine and Caviar.

2402 A Street Southeast
Auburn, WA 98002
shop@auburnwineandcaviar.com
www.auburnwineandcaviar.com
253-887-8530

Santa Breakfast

2011-11-18T11:24:00.000-08:00

Two separate seatings available: 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM

Children - $5/$7
Adults - $6/$8

Register early. Event fills up fast!

A chance for your little one to tell Santa exactly what's on his/her list! A yummy breakfast and great entertainment. Join us!

Contact Information
Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation
253-931-3043
Pam Gallion, Recreation Coordinator

Magical Night of Giving 2011

2011-11-02T12:50:00.000-07:00

Magical Night of Giving 2011
Sunday, November 13th
6:30pm - 10:30pm

Each year, SuperMall hosts Magical Night of Giving, our official kick-off to the holiday season and an opportunity for guests to enjoy an evening of exclusive savings throughout the mall, prize giveaways and holiday entertainment. SuperMall joins with local non-profit organizations that support this community event by selling tickets, for which they keep 100% of the profits. Tickets can be purchased from any participating non-profit organization, at SuperMall uest Services, or at any mall entrance on event night. Tickets go on sale in September. Magical Night of Giving 2010 was a success! Thank you to all of our non-profit organizations, media partners and SuperMall Shoppers for helping us to make this year's event truly magical. 121 Participating Non-Profit Groups raised approximately $100,000 for their programs!

If your group is a non-profit or volunteer organization and you are interested in raising money through this successful event, or if you are looking for a sponsorship opportunity that provides tremendous exposure and recognition for you company,
please contact Renee Bochnovich at rbochnovich@glimcher.com Please include your mailing address and email address so we can add you to our fundraising database. Thank you!

How it works… SuperMall distributes tickets to non-profit organizations interested in participating to raise money. Ticket prices are $5.00 each and 100% of the proceeds from ticket sales are retained by the participating organization. It’s that easy! No cost…and the groups keep all the proceeds!

Magical Night of Giving tickets will be available for general pick-up starting September 21, 2011.
Please remember to bring your organization’s 501[c]3 number to the when you come to pick-up tickets.

National Magic Day

2011-10-27T10:19:00.000-07:00

National Magic Day is celebrated Oct. 31 in honor of Harry Houdini, the great magician who died on Halloween in 1926. The Society of American Magicians celebrate this day with various events, and the BRAVO Performing Arts Series is recognizing this day by offering a “magical offer” of $7 tickets to the upcoming Dreams, Magic and Mystery performance by Magician Steffan Soule on April 21, 2012 at the Auburn Performing Art Center.
On Monday, Oct. 31 from 12 midnight to 11:59 pm tickets will be $7 each (regularly $17). This special discount is for this day only and can be purchased from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. by calling 253-931-3043, visiting Parks, Arts and Recreation at 910 Ninth St. SE or from 12 a.m. – 11:59 p.m. at Brown Paper Tickets. No other discounts apply to this special offer.
Dreams, Magic and Mystery by Magician Steffan Soule will be bringing his world class magic show to Auburn on April 21, 2011. Recognized with a Kennedy Center Award and featured on national and international television, this master magician weaves amazing magical surprises into a visual tapestry of dazzling illusions that will keep you on the edge of your seat. You can visit the artist’s website: http://steffansoule.com/
The City of Auburn BRAVO Performing Arts Series includes music, dance, comedy, film and theater performances for all ages throughout the year. We invite you to share all these magnificent moments on stage where extraordinary things come to life, making Auburns BRAVO Season More Than You Imagined! For a full listing of upcoming shows and to order tickets, please visit www.auburnwa.gov/arts.
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City of Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation
910 Ninth St. SE
Auburn, WA 98002
253-931-3043
www.auburnwa.gov/arts

Halloween Harvest Festival

2011-10-12T10:02:00.000-07:00

Halloween Harvest FestivalSaturday at 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
October 29, 2011
Washington Elementary

FREE

This haunting event will include games, crafts, face painting, scary cookies, cauldrons of punch, trick-or-treating, Halloween photos and more! Your little goblin will not want to miss this event!

Auburn to Host 5th Annual Community Disaster Preparedness Fair September 24

2011-09-19T11:02:00.000-07:00

Heather Kitchen, Emergency Management
City of Auburn
hkitchen@auburnwa.gov
253-876-1992
The City of Auburn Emergency Management Office is promoting National Disaster Preparedness month by hosting Auburn's 5th Annual Disaster Fair on Saturday, Sept. 24 from 11 AM - 4 PM at the Les Gove Community Campus in Auburn. Parking is available at 12th Street SE and J Street SE. The fair is sponsored by the City of Auburn and the White River Valley Citizen Corps Council. This event is a fun-filled afternoon of adventure and education for the whole family, featuring disaster preparedness information, ideas, demonstrations, and supplies.
There will be events and activities for everyone, including informational booths, vendor booths, disaster response demonstrations, hands-on activities for kids and adults, and preparedness information. Door prizes will be given away hourly!.
For more information contact City of Auburn Emergency Management at 253-876-1992 or email emergencyprep@auburnwa.gov.

Sunday Sept 11th Auburn International Farmers Market Celebrates Remembrance Day for Country and Communities Algona, Auburn and Pacific

2011-09-07T09:55:00.000-07:00

Auburn International Farmers Market, is honoring families of our active duty and deployed military on September 11, 2011 from 9am-2pm. Maggie and David Greenslit, our Master Gardeners, are offering a $5 Gift Certificate as a Military Family’s Thank You to spend at the Auburn International Farmers Market that day. The first 20 family members that have an active duty family member can receive a Gift Certificate. Please bring proof of your family member service affiliation to the information booth.

The day will be filled with activities, including the VFW Honor Guard with the opening Pledge of Allegiance, Children’s Dance Theatre performance, Chili Cook-off VRFA vs. Police Dept – all proceeds going to Auburn Food Bank.

Schedule of Events
Sunday, September 11, 2011
Remembrance Day - For Country and Community

8:45a.m……………….Opening Ceremonies
AIFM Market Manager Joanne Macnab, MC
Flag Ceremony – VFW Post #1741
National Anthem – Elizabeth Keeley
Benediction – Chaplin Michael Hursh
Mayor Pete Lewis, Auburn

9:00a.m - Joanne Macnab, AIFM Market Manager
Market Opening

10:00a.m.–12noon - Music by Ron Fowler

10:00am – 1:00pm - Chili Cook-Off

12noon-1:00p.m - American Karate Escrima Demonstration

1:00pm-1:30p.m - Children’s Dance Theater

1:30pm - Chili Cook-Off Award Presentation

1:30pm-2:00pm - Music by Mark Wayne

2:00p.m - Market Closes

The Auburn International Farmers Market extends sincere gratitude to the King Conservation District and Waste Management for their generous support and special thanks to the following for supporting our market efforts:
Auburn Tourism Board, the Auburn Reporter, MultiCare - Auburn Clinic, Emerald Down’s, Sam’s Club, the Soroptomist International of Auburn, and State Farm Insurance

2011-2012 BRAVO Performing Arts Season Announced!

2011-08-31T10:50:00.000-07:00

2011-2012 BRAVO Performing Arts Season Announced!
The 2011-2012 Performing Arts season features an incredible line-up of music, dance, comedy, films, and theater at the Auburn Avenue Theater and the Auburn Performing Arts Center. This showcase of talent from across the globe in downtown Auburn will translate into magnificent moments on stage. With almost 70 performances during the season, there is truly quality entertainment for everyone.

Auburn Wine & Music Festival

2011-08-15T14:38:00.000-07:00

WE'RE THROWING A PARTY IN DOWNTOWN AUBURN!
Sponsored by The Iron Horse Casino
August 27-28, 2011
Downtown Auburn

Saturday: 11 am - 7 pm; Merchant Street Expo, Wine Garden, Music, Arts & Crafts Vendors
Sunday: 11 am - 3 pm
Farmers Market, Wine Tasting featuring 8 top WA wineries: Maryhill
Kestrel
Chocolate Winery (Walla Walla)
Townshend
Mistica
Substance
Alexandria Nicole
Michael & David

Headlining band on Saturday will be country musician star RAE SOLOMAN and on Sun., local, favorite blues musician JIM KING & the Southsiders!

Enjoy 8 Washington Wineries. The PIRATES of Treasure Island will be here Sat. afternoon for photos & fun! About The Pirates Of Treasure Island!

The Pirates of Treasure Island are a group of swashbuckling scallywags and sassy wenches led by Captain Scurvey Dog. They are from a little known island tucked away between the Grand Cayman and Jamaica. They set sail for friendly ports everywhere! With there heritage deeply rooted in those warm waters, there Carribean influences make them a unique parade and entertainment group in the Puget Sound are. They do parades, parties, corporate events, and even murder mysteries. They would love to join in on your next occasion.

Buy your wine tasting punch cards in advance for $15.00 ($20 during event) at Iron Horse Casino, Auburn Wine & Caviar on A St., Rottle's Clothing & Shoes, Oddfella's Pub & Grill, & The Auburn Reporter

Presented by: The Auburn Downtown Association & Auburn Wine & Caviar

AUBURN GOOD OL' DAYS

2011-08-02T15:55:00.000-07:00

FRIDAY ~ Goodtime All School Reunion and Community BBQ
~ 5K Fun Run, Walk, Stroll or Roll – Register now!

SATURDAY ~ Juried Adult and Youth Art Show - Register now!
~ Grand Parade – ‘59 & older vehicles - Register now! 12:00 noon!
~ Honey Bucket Brigade Outhouse Building Contest - Register now!
~ Street Dance with “The Fabulous Murphtones”
~ Model Boat and Shipbuilders Demostrations and children can pilot
the "SS Shortstak" little toot tug boat!
~ Adventures in Literature – Authors & Poets on Parade Contest

SUNDAY ~ Good Ol’ Show & Shine Classic Car Show (’79 & older

For complete schedule go to http://auburngoodoldays.com/schedule_of_events.htm

We are gearing up for the 4th.

2011-06-28T12:53:00.000-07:00

Wednesday:
This is Wine Wednesday and all menu wines are 50% off between 4:00pm and 7:00pm.
Come in and get out of the summer rain.
Plus, plus, plus, this Wednesday Teresa (Silpada Designs) will be here with some great silver jewelry. 30% off all Silpada Designs. She needs your support and 30% off is not a bad deal.

Friday:
Start your weekend with the music of Phil Slater. Great way to end the week.

Saturday:
Yard work is done. Why cook??? We have great food, the music of Mark Wayne and a bunch of your friends right here waiting for you.

Sunday/Monday Auburn Wine will be closed for the Holiday.

Happy 4th to everyone.

Your Friends at Auburn Wine and Caviar.

2402 A Street Southeast
Auburn, WA 98002
shop@auburnwineandcaviar.com
www.auburnwineandcaviar.com
253-887-8530

Auburn Parks Prepares For Annual KidsDay Event Friday, June 24

2011-06-07T13:57:00.000-07:00

Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation is gearing up for their annual KidsDay event, to be held at Les Gove Park, 1005 12th St. SE on Friday, June 24. It’s a fantastic day of free, fun-filled activities sure to keep any child entertained. KidsDay’s primary audience is kids ages 4-11 years of age, however there are lots of activity and entertainment options to keep both our younger and older counterparts amused.
The event, held from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., features eleven inflatable rides, children’s activities, live stage entertainment, mini golf, kids’ arts & craft booths, food concessions, over 70 information/activity vendors, a food court and much more. Back again are the popular electric go-karts, free face painting and a truck/equipment display! This year’s event has an exciting line-up of stage entertainment, kicked off with the highly anticipated Radio Disney’s Rockin’ Road Show, award-winning singer-songwriter Brian Vogan, the popular children’s band, Recess Monkey and more! The Brian Vogan Band is presented by the King County Library System at 12:45 p.m.
Auburn’s KidsDay began in 1985 and has increased in popularity ever since. New entertainment and activities are added every year. The event will be held at Les Gove Park, which features the popular new Discovery Playground, a spraypark, bocce courts and many more attractions. Parking is available in and around the park, with overflow parking at Grace Community Church and street parking surrounding the park.
Auburn’s KidsDay 2011 coordinated by the City of Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation, with help from Fred Meyer Stores, Valley Medical Center, Waste Management and Seattle Children’s. Media support courtesy of Radio Disney AM 1250. For additional event information, parking information, a festival map or entertainment schedule, go to www.auburnwa.gov or call 253-931-3043.
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City of Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation
910 Ninth Street SE
Auburn WA 98002
253-931-3043
www.auburnwa.gov

Family Fun Day at the SuperMall

2011-05-12T11:07:00.000-07:00

Saturday, May 21, 2011
12:00pm to 4:00pm
-The Wolf 100.7 will be here with music, games and prizes!
-Explore a real Fire Truck and visit with Fire Fighters!
(1:00pm – 2:30pm outside Aviation Court)
-Face Painting and Balloon Art
-Crafts, games, giveaways
-Special offers from SuperMall and select SuperMall stores
-Community partners and entertainment
*Bring a canned food item and get a SuperMall tote bag filled with special offers from SuperMall stores!*
All food donations will be benefit the Auburn Food Bank

Mary Olson Farm Celebrates Grand Opening June 18

2011-05-10T10:27:00.000-07:00

For more than 15 years, the White River Valley Museum has been working with the City of Auburn to restore Mary Olson Farm, the best preserved historic subsistence farm in King County. The vast majority of the restoration efforts are finished and the farm will celebrate with a free grand-opening event on June 18, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Auburn Mayor Pete Lewis will join museum and farm director Patricia Cosgrove for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 11:30 a.m.

"The grand opening is going to be a great day and we want people to come and see all the farm has to offer," Cosgrove said. "Fill a picnic basket and bring a blanket to have lunch on the grounds, and then have fun exploring the farm and feeding our resident chickens and goats."

Opening-day visitors will have the option of walking around the farm at their leisure or receiving a tour from a volunteer docent, Cosgrove said.

Visitors can also participate in old-fashioned games such as wheelbarrow races, egg tosses and three-legged races.

"This has been years in the making, so we are incredibly excited for the grand opening of the Mary Olson Farm," Mayor Lewis said. "This wouldn't have been possible without the time, dedication and donations of numerous organizations and individuals."

The City of Auburn purchased Mary Olson Farm through the King County Conservation Futures Fund in 1994 and the restoration work started a few years later, following a period of planning. The farm's restoration budget totaled $1.64 million, of which $1.61 million was raised through City support, donations and grants. All donors will be officially recognized at the grand-opening event.

Today, the Mary Olson Farm 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.

Despite the ongoing restoration work, Mary Olson Farm has hosted field trips for first and sixth graders in the Auburn School District since 2007. The first grade students explore life on the farm and where our food comes from, while the sixth graders learn about stream ecology and salmon life cycles. Tours for students from private schools and other districts were initiated in 2010.

Residents of Auburn and the surrounding communities also got a sneak peek of Mary Olson Farm during the Hops & Crops Harvest Festival last September. The event celebrated hops, a former lucrative cash crop for the farm, and helped raise funds for the final restoration work. Guests were able to sample beers from several local breweries while enjoying live music and a marketplace. Because of its popularity, Hops & Crops will take place this year on Sept. 24.

Mary Olson Farm is located at 28728 Green River Road in Auburn. This summer, drop-in hours are available from 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. Admission for the summer drop-in hours is $5 adults, $3 children/seniors and $15 for a household or family.

Empty Bowls to Benefit the Auburn Food Bank May 17

2011-05-03T16:28:00.000-07:00

Fill a bowl • Get a bowl!
Local artists, businesses and restaurants coming together to assist Auburn’s hungry! Your $15 suggested donation will get you a handcrafted pottery or wood bowl made by local artisans to keep and lunch provided by Auburn area restaurants and schools.

Have lunch with us and help feed others in the process!

Tuesday, May 17
Grace Community Church
1320 Auburn Way South
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Contact The Auburn Food Bank for more information at 253-833-8925 or http://www.theauburnfoodbank.org/

Join Us for Easter Brunch

2011-04-13T11:02:00.000-07:00

Easter Champagne Brunch at Copper Falls

Bacon, Sausage and Ham, Eggs, Breakfast Potatoes, Assortment of Pastries and Bread, Pasta, Potato, and Caesar Salad, Meat and Cheese Trays, Fruit Salad, Assorted Seafood, Roast Beef, Various Lunch Entrees, Pasta Entrees, Decadence of Easter Desserts

April 24 from 9:00am to 2:30pm (Dinner starting 3:00pm)
Adults $22.95 | Children $13.95 (10 & under)

Copper Falls Restaurant
29630 Green River Road SE
Auburn, WA 98092
253-876-1957
http://www.copperfallsrestaurant.com/

$10.00 Gift Certificate with the purchase of two dinner entrees, $5.00 when dining alone or on two lunch entrees. Dine in only. Not valid on holidays or with other offers. Not valid on Easter Brunch. Offer Expires: April 30, 2011

Auburn City Hall Plaza Dedication Ceremony

2011-04-05T10:54:00.000-07:00

Please join Mayor Lewis and Auburn City Council as we dedicate the newly redesigned City Hall Plaza. Meet the architect, artist and construction team while enjoying light music and refreshments.

April at Auburn Wine & Cavier

2011-04-04T13:39:00.000-07:00

We are bring in more Wineries this month so don't miss our emails.

Starting Tuesday we will be offering our first "Celebrity Special"

"Gayle's Special"
1/2 Roast Beef sandwich on 9 grain bread with lettuce, tomato and a little horseradish and a cup of soup.
Wow. Can't decide between Chile or 8 Bean with Ham soup.

The Leonetti Wines we just received are almost gone. Get'em now.

Its going to be a great month......

Your Friends at Auburn Wine and Caviar.

2402 A Street Southeast
Auburn, WA 98002
shop@auburnwineandcaviar.com
www.auburnwineandcaviar.com
253-887-8530

March Events at Auburn Wine & Caviar

2011-03-04T10:02:00.000-08:00

March 12th:
Icicle Ridge Winery will be here from Leavenworth.. Awesome Winery!!!!!!
They will be tasting the following wines;
Asian Pear
Sangiovese
Syrah
Gewurztraminer
Sauvignon Blanc
Chocolate Cherry Passion

If you have ever visited their tasting room in Leavenworth you know they have fantastic wines.

Tasting will be 5:00pm to 8:00pm.

This is an event you don't want to miss.

Your Friends at Auburn Wine and Caviar.
www.auburnwineandcaviar.com
shop@auburnwineandcaviar.com
253-887-8530

West Coast Championship Wheelchair Basketball Tournament

2011-03-02T11:42:00.000-08:00

Come watch the best wheelchair basketball teams on the West Coast battle it out for their place to the NWBA National Championships

When: Saturday and Sunday, March 5-6, 2011
Cost: Free
Where: Auburn High School, 800 4th St NE, Auburn, WA 98002

Saturday Schedule:
9 - 4 PM

Sunday Schedule
9 - 1 PM
1:30 PM, Awards
2 PM, Key Club Shootout Sponsored by Seattle Adaptive Sports and Division 32 Kiwanis Clubs
Questions call Tami English with Seattle Adaptive Sports at 253-297-5389

Windermere/Dick Scobee Food Bank food drive

2011-03-01T16:40:00.000-08:00

Our Auburn Windermere office at the corner of 8th and Harvey Road NE has partnered with Dick Scobee Elementary School to help the kids collect food and money in competition with the other schools in the Auburn School District. The kids are excited about the opportunity to compete and we are happy to be on board to help our neighborhood school.

The collection drive goes through this Friday, March 4th. At Windermere, we have a food collection barrel in our lobby and we'll be happy to collect your cash contributions, as well. The Food Bank can stretch a dollar four times when buying food, so cash contributions or checks made out to the Auburn Food Bank are most welcome.

We'd love to see the Dick Scobee kids on the stage collecting a trophy at the Food Bank breakfast next fall and would love to have your help!!

Nancy Colson
Realtor, Certified Residential Specialist
Windermere Real Estate/Auburn, Inc.
700 M Street NE
Auburn WA 98002
Office 253-735-8900

Its the weekend and time to relax.

2011-02-18T14:53:00.000-08:00

Its the weekend and time to relax.

Auburn Wine is the place to be. Marta has come up with a great BBQ Ham sandwich to die for.

Phil Slater will be here tonight doing his songs of the past. He gets better every week.

Saturday night Mark Wayne will be in top form entertaining you while you have great food, wine and conversation with friends.

Oh yeah!!!! Linda from Click Distribution is back on Saturday night with some fantastic Italian Wines. Auburn Wine will be featuring some great Lasagna, salad and rolls to go with her wine.

Ladies, don't cook. We have dinner for you.

Your Friends at Auburn Wine and Caviar
www.auburnwineandcaviar.com
shop@auburnwineandcaviar.com
253-887-8530

The Horses Are Back at Emerald Downs!

2011-02-02T14:20:00.001-08:00

The Horses Are Back at Emerald Downs!

Thoroughbreds are returning to Emerald Downs! Training for the 2011 Emerald Downs meeting begins Tuesday, Feb. 8, and continues daily as horses prepare for the 16th season of racing at Emerald Downs. Training hours are 8:00am to 12:30pm.
The stable area opens Sunday, Feb. 6, and Director of Racing Bret Anderson said around 200 horses typically arrives the first weekend.
Anderson said he has received 1,301 stall applications from 78 trainers. Longacres Mile winners Noosa Beach (2010), Assessment (2009) and Wasserman (2008) are all expected back, along with multiple stakes winners Couldabenthewhisky, Saratoga Boot, Winter Warlock, Gallant Son, Winning Machine and Sis's Sis, to name a few.
Joe and Sally Steiner's Quarter Chute Café is open 8:00am to 2:00pm daily, and now features simulcast wagering every Monday and Tuesday from Portland Meadows, Turf Paradise and other tracks.

HAPPY NEW YEAR from Cafe Pacific Catering!

2011-01-07T11:06:00.000-08:00

HAPPY NEW YEAR from Cafe Pacific Catering! Our "Lunches of the Week" specials are listed below through mid March so you can plan ahead. Remember, in addition to lunches we provide delicious hot breakfasts as well as many more menus from which to choose. Please visit our website noted below. We look forward to serving you in the new year!
Order the "Lunch of the Week" for a special price of $10.45 per person.
All meals include insulated Catering Crates,assorted canned sodas and bottled water, disposable plates, forks, knives, napkins and salt/pepper.
Jan. 10-14: Chicken Crepes Supreme
Jan. 17-21: Roast Pork Loin Dijon
Jan. 24-28: Roast Beef with Mushrooms
Jan. 31-04: Cheesy Baked Lasagna
Feb. 7-11: Zesty Lemon Chicken
Feb. 14-18:CPC Maple Rub Salmon
Feb. 21-25: Traditional Beef Stroganoff w/Noodles
Feb. 28-04: Classic Spaghetti & Meatballs
Mar. 07-11: Quarter BBQ Chicken
Mar.14-18: Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo

4402 Auburn Way N., Auburn, WA 98002
www.cafepacific.com
253-852-0135

How to Survive the Peril of a Winter Breakdown

2010-12-14T15:06:00.000-08:00

Be Prepared
Whether your intended route takes you over the mountains of Oregon or across the frigid, wind-swept plains of North Dakota, it's important to be prepared for a worst-case scenario, says William Van Tassel, manager of driver training programs for AAA.

"Preparedness starts with letting someone know where you are going and what route you intend to take," Van Tassel stresses. "Just like a pilot or someone headed into the wilderness. Then if you go missing, there's a starting point for a search."

Every driver heading out in the winter also should carry emergency supplies in the vehicle. The contents of that kit will vary depending on your driving habits. If you are frequently in the mountains or other remote areas, you should have a more complete kit. (Read "Be Prepared For Winter Driving" for a complete list of must-have supplies.)

Finally, pack some reading material. Even if you're only "stranded" on Interstate 70 waiting with a few thousand other cars for an accident or snow slide to be cleared, a book will help pass the time and keep you from becoming frustrated.

And remain with your car. It will shelter you from the storm and possibly keep you from freezing to death.

Remain in the Vehicle
That's always rule No. 1 if you get stranded in an isolated location, Paul says: "Your vehicle provides shelter, and probably heat. The best thing to do is just sit tight and let rescuers come to you."

Don't try to dig out the car. "You could become exhausted shoveling in vain, have a heart attack or get injured," Van Tassel says. "And if you work so much that you sweat a lot, your damp clothing won't keep you warm."

You do, however, want to make sure the car's exhaust pipe is clear of snow, as a blocked pipe will cause toxic carbon monoxide to seep into the car's cabin as you run the engine to make heat. It's OK to run the engine for 10 to 15 minutes each hour to warm the car with the heater, but open the window a crack as protection against carbon monoxide poisoning, whether you've unblocked the tailpipe or not. If you follow another rule of winter travel, and never let the fuel level go below one-half, you'll have enough gas to keep the car warm for several days and the battery charged.

Also, bring your emergency gear into the passenger compartment with you, and if you have a cell phone and service, call 911 for help.

If you're in a remote location, try to keep the hood and roof of the vehicle clear of snow so that you'll be more visible to searchers. At night, the emergency flashers will make it easier to spot the vehicle, or leave the dome light on. It draws less battery current and illuminates the entire interior.

If you are stuck off the roadway, you might not be visible to passing searchers. In this case, try to walk back up to the road — but only if it is a short distance — and place a marker or flag of some sort that will let people know you and the vehicle are down the embankment, for example. Then get back to the shelter of the car.

Remain calm, read your book, and wait for the cavalry to arrive.

Visit Santa at the SuperMall

2010-11-17T15:15:00.000-08:00

Visit Santa at SuperMall!
November 5 - December 24, 2010
Santa arrives November 5th! Stop by Santa's Winter Wonderland in the Great Outdoors Court to get your picture taken with Santa and even let him know what’s on your wish list! Santa visiting hours:

Monday - Saturday 10 am – 9 pm
Santa takes breaks to feed his reindeer from 1-2 pm and 5:15-6pm

Sunday 11 am – 6 pm
Santa takes a break to feed his reindeer from 2-3pm

Christmas Eve hours 10am - 6pm

Pet's Night with Santa: November 30 & December 7; 6:00pm to 9:00pm
For every pet night photo purchased, SuperMall will donate $5 to the Tacoma Humane Society!

Santa House

2010-11-16T11:52:00.000-08:00

The Santa House located in B Street Plaza will be open the following times:
December 4: 5:30 to 9:00 p.m.
December 5, 11, 12, 18 & 19: Noon to 6:00 p.m.
December 13 - 17, & 20 - 22: 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Provided by the Auburn Optimist Club
Call 253-315-3025 for details.

Emerald Downs Holiday Gift Festival

2010-10-07T16:06:00.000-07:00

Saturday, November 13th and Sunday, November 14th
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
3rd Floor/Admission $3.00,under 18 FREE
Tis the Season..... Come shop at the Emerald Downs Holiday Gift Festival for all your hoilday gifts needs and a few treats for yourself.
Questions - Cal Cassandra 253-288-7031. Vendors sign up at www.emeralddownsholidaygiftfestival.com

FREE PARKING
www.emeralddownsholidaygiftfestival.com

Auburn to Host Final Regional Forklift Rodeo Competition

2010-08-18T12:06:00.000-07:00

Professional forklift drivers in Western Washington are invited to Boeing’s Auburn facility, 2400 Perimeter Road, on Aug. 21 for the third and final qualifying forklift rodeo before the statewide competition next month.
The first two competitions were held in Richland on June 19 and in Spokane on July 17.
The top five winners from all three events will compete in the 13th Annual Forklift Rodeo to be held at the 59th Governor’s Industrial Safety and Health Conference in Spokane on Sept. 29 and 30, an event that is co-sponsored by the Governor’s Industrial Safety and Health Advisory Board and the Department of Labor & Industries.
The forklift rodeos typically draw the best forklift drivers from around the state with the Western Washington competition often filling up quickly with competitors. The rodeos have a limit of 30 drivers.
The competing forklift drivers must first pass a written exam and inspect a forklift before going on to the obstacle course, completing several tasks that include moving pallets, lengths of pipes and cartons, and driving backwards through a slalom course.
The top seven drivers in the regional competitions earn cash prizes ranging from $50 to $300. In the finals, prizes range from $100 to $500 for the top five drivers.
Visit www.wagovconf.org for registration forms or call 206-281-3842 or 888¬451-2004 (TDD users: 360-902-5797). The entry fee is $40 for competitors. Spectators are welcome and there is no admission charge.
Last year’s individual winners included drivers from Boeing and VersaCold, a cold-storage warehousing and distribution firm.

Auburn International Farmers Market Opens June 13, 2010

2010-06-02T12:58:00.000-07:00

Date / Time 6/13/2010 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location Auburn Station Plaza, 23 A Street SW
Contact www.auburnfarmersmarket.com
Cost FREE
Description Opening for its second. More than 35 vendors offering a variety of fresh locally grown farmed based foods, hand-crafted items and concession stands that are restaurant based but feature a home-cooked taste. The weekly market also will include free performances, guest chefs with farm fresh ingredients, children activities to storytelling. The market also will have classes on health, nutrition and gardening.

Muckleshoot Bingo 25th Anniversary Weekend!

2010-04-16T14:50:00.000-07:00

June 4th – Join us Friday June 4th at 11:00pm for our Late Night Session. $15 gets you 10 regular games each paying $1000! Free 25th Anniversary T-Shirt to all that buy-in for the bingo session!

June 5th – Saturday June 5th is the main event! $50 gets you 20 games each paying $2,500. Plus, we’re giving away a tax free 2010 Camaro!!!! Doors open at 3:00pm, bingo begins at 7pm. Get here early for a FREE BUFFET and Live Band 3pm-7pm. We’re also holding $100 hourly CASH drawings and everyone who buys in for bingo will receive a Free 25th Anniversary T-Shirt.

June 6th - Join us Sunday June 6th at Noon for our Matinee Session. $15 gets you 10 regular games each paying $1000! Free 25th Anniversary T-Shirt to all that buy-in for the bingo session!

Easter Sunrise Service to be held at Auburn’s Mountain View Cemetery

2010-03-22T14:18:00.000-07:00

The public is cordially invited to attend a special Easter Sunrise Service on Sunday, April 4 at 6:30 a.m. at Mountain View Cemetery in Auburn, 2020 Mountain View Drive.
The Easter Sunrise Service is open to all faiths. Rev. John Olsen of Messiah Lutheran Church will preside over the service which will also include music and an Easter message. Refreshments will be provided.
For more information about the Easter Sunrise service at Mountain View Cemetery, please call 253-931-3028 or visit www.mtviewcemeteryauburn.com.
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Mountain View Cemetery
2020 Mountain View Drive
Auburn WA 98001
253-931-3028
www.mtviewcemeteryauburn.com

Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation Department Receives Five State Awards

2010-03-21T11:57:00.000-07:00

The Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation Department was recognized with five awards at the annual Northwest Festivals and Events Conference, in Seaside, Ore. on March 8, a conference that is co-produced by the Washington Festivals & Events Association (WFEA) and the Oregon Festivals & Events Association. Read more...

Easter Bunny at the SuperMall

2010-03-02T11:14:00.000-08:00

Visit and photos with the Easter Bunny at his Spring Garden in the Grat Outdoors Court. Monday - Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Carrot Breaks 1:15 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.. Visit www.supermall.com for more details, photo pricing and special hours.

Benefit for Haiti Relief Fund on February 27

2010-02-23T09:35:00.000-08:00

Help for Haiti Festival at the Auburn Ave Theater. Show starts at 4p and will go until midnight. Call 253-939-7262 for more info.

Branches New Arrivals

2010-02-03T11:18:00.000-08:00

Every week at Branches the greenhouses and garden center are looking more and more like spring. Fresh primroses continue to arrive for the weekend. Tete-a-tete daffodils are blooming and looking bright. Our bright red and pink cyclamen look just like Valentine's Day.

Speaking of Valentine's Day, it is not too early to order flowers for that special someone in your life. We will have roses, mixed bouquets, custom gift baskets, beautiful mixed plantings, as well as a wide array of unique items available in our gift shop that are sure to please. We also have gift certificates available in any amount. At Branches we truly have all that you need to say "I love you" to that special someone in your life.

We have received several shipments of new pottery from China and Malaysia. It is beautiful and at great prices. There are many new styles and colors for this season that you will want to be sure and check out. You are sure to find some great pottery at reasonable prices. Remember to shop early for the best selection.

There has been a lot going on at Branches over the last few weeks and things won't be slowing down anytime soon. Here is a list of some of the arrivals that we will see over the coming weeks...

Fruit Trees - our spring shipment of fruit trees will arrive the first week of February.

Blueberries - we have a wide variety of blueberries will arrive February 2nd. We have blueberries for early, mid and late season. For a list of some of the different types of blueberries that we carry check out our website.

Roses - over 900 roses will be on their way to Branches and will arrive the week of February 7th. Check out our rose list on our website to see the great selection that we carry. We carry only the highest quality roses that are proven winners in the NW. Bare root trees and roses adjust to your soil easily and are ready and easy to plant.

As you can see there is a lot happening at Branches. Will you join us in being a part of it all. We look forward to enjoying the coming of spring with you again this year!

Steve Jensen
www.branchesgardencenter.com

Its going to be a great weekend!!!!!

2010-02-03T11:11:00.000-08:00

Phil Slater starts us off on Friday night at 5:00pm with his great songs of the 60's, 70's and 80's.

Mellow out on Saturday evening with a glass of wine and a Panini Sandwich or a bowl of awesome soup.

Then its Sunday Super Bowl time...

We will open at 10:00am for a Super Brunch..
10:00am to 2:00pm:
Champagne for starters (we might find a little orange juice if requested).
Biscuits and Gravy, Saugage and Egg Croissants, Ham and Egg Croissants and cheese/fruit plates. Panini Sandwiches also available.

Game Time: 3:30pm. - Indianapolis vs New Orleans
• Hooters Chicken Wings: The Real Thing.
• BBQ Meatballs
• Potato Salad
• Veggie's
Free $5.00 off or 10 free wings voucher to any Washington Hooters.

We are going to have games and prizes so come and win.
Hooters T-Shirts and other cool stuff.

Your Friends at Auburn Wine and Caviar.
shop@auburnwineandcaviar.com
www.auburnwineandcaviar.com
253-887-8530

Adult Dodgeball Now Available Through Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation

2010-01-13T15:16:00.000-08:00

Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation department is now accepting team and/or individual registration for adult, co-ed dodgeball leagues. Dodgeball promotes maximum social enjoyment and can give you a good overall workout that requires minimal equipment, set up or playing experience. Use teamwork, strategy and enthusiasm as you dodge, jump and throw with this fun game that offers a great cardio workout as well.
Each team will play eight games on Thursdays. Team or individual registrations will be accepted. Early registration ends January 20, 2010. Fee is $175 per team or $20/$27 per individual.
More information and registration forms are available on the website www.auburnwa.gov or call 253-931-3043.