Auburn@Play - August 2018 Edition
City of Auburn sent this bulletin at 07/30/2018 03:12 PM PDT
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August 2018 Edition(Free Online Registration) Auburn @ Play Auburn’s Rotary Spray Playground at Les Gove Park is open daily from 10am-8pm through Labor Day. Save the date! The fabulous Kids Summerstage entertainment series will be held on Wednesdays at Les Gove Park, through August 15. The noon concerts are a sure hit with kids and the adults who bring them. The AuburnFest Almost 5K Poker Fun Run & Walk will be held in conjunction with the Summer Sounds & Cinema concert and outdoor movie at Les Gove Park on Friday, August 10 at 7pm. Participants will pick-up a card each lap to make a Poker hand. Prizes to the top Poker hands in a variety of categories. Pre-registered runners will receive a t-shirt. Food options, plus a beer garden, will be available for purchase in the park after the race. Applications are now being accepted for Auburn’s 53rdd annual Veterans Day Parade, to be held on Saturday, November 10 at 11:00am on Main Street in Downtown Auburn. For complete event information, parade rules and regulations and on-line parade registration, visit www.auburnwa.gov/vetsday. Celebrate your birthday with us. We will do all the setup and cleanup and you just show up ready to party with your child. Birthday Party Packages run $165-$250 for up to 15 kids. Party packages include 2 hours of party time. Choose your theme: Maker’s Space, Sports & Games, Royal Party, or Indoor Playground. Call for more specific details at 253-931-3043. Looking for a place to host a party, corporate meeting, family reunion or other gathering? Check out Auburn facilities for convenient and affordable options. The popular Les Gove Building, which has been closed during construction in Les Gove Park, is now available for rent. Visit the City’s website for complete rental details or call 253-931-3043. Family programsParents’ Night Out Saturday, August 18, 5-10pm. Our theme this month is Summer Surprises. We will have fun with lots of splashy summer fun surprises to end our summer. Drop your kids off at the Gymnasium at Les Gove Park for an evening of dinner, snacks, games, arts & crafts, inflatable toys and sports while you enjoy a parent night out. All activities will be facilitated and supervised by trained staff who have undergone a National State Patrol background check. Kids in the Parents’ Night Out program will have exclusive use of the gym. For ages 5-11. Fee: $16/$20 first child; $10/$12 each additional sibling. Must be pre-registered by the Wednesday, prior to the event. Don’t wait too long as we do fill up. Get Outside and Climb Open Climbing for all ages with belayers provided. This is a great opportunity to try out climbing for the first time, practice your skills, or just have fun! All equipment is provided. Wristbands are available at the Les Gove Community Center, with climbing on the Rock Wall behind the Les Gove Gymnasium. Wednesdays, 1-4pm, Aug. 1, 8 & 15, following Kids Summerstage in Les Gove Park. For ages 3 & up. Fee: $5 at the door
Make and Take Small Private Parties – Create a custom project with your closest friends and family in our Makerspace. Perfect for teen birthday parties, moms’ groups, church groups, leadership and team-building events. All materials and instruction are provided by our friendly, expert party host. Groups are welcome to provide their own snacks and beverages. Options include: Rustic Engraved Signs; Engraved Cutting Boards; Engraved & Stained Coasters; String Art Décor; Engraved Glassware. 2 hours, for up to 6 people, $160; 3 hours for 7 to 10 people, $230. Ages 13 & up. For more information or to schedule an appointment., please call 253-931-3043.
Makerspace Training - $35 for a one and a half hour session on one machine will prepare you for Open Make time and allow you to either work independently on your own projects and/or volunteer in the Makerspace. All materials, outside of training will cost extra. For more information or to schedule an appointment., please call 253-931-3043. Adult Programs & FitnessRegistrations are now being accepted for youth sports programs for Boys & Girls grades K-8. Youth Soccer (grades K-8) and Girls’ Volleyball (Costs vary based on the program. Registration by calling 253-931-3043 or on-line via Auburn @ Play. The Gymnasium at Les Gove Park offers a variety of activities: Adult Open Gym: Monday & Wednesday, 12:00-1:30pm, Tuesday & Thursday , 11:30am-1:30pm, ages 18 and over. Mon/Wed is Pickleball, Tues/Thurs, is Volleyball and Basketball. Adult Open Gym Basketball 6:30-8:00 PM and Volleyball 8:00-9:30 PM. Ages 18 & over, Mondays. Family Open Gym Basketball 6:30-8:00 PM and Volleyball 8:00-9:30 PM. Friday’s. Check out the Gymnasium calendar for additional opportunities Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation is now taking registrations for the following adult sports (ages 18 and over): More information and registration forms are available on the website or by calling 253-931-3043. Tee it up at the Auburn Golf Course. Sign up on-line to receive special announcements, pro-shop discounts, tournament news and more from the Auburn Golf Course and check us out on Facebook. For more details, call 253-833-2350. Sponsors are being sought for youth athletic teams for the Fall (Soccer, Flag Football, and Girls’ Volleyball). Sponsors receive their business or organization name and logo on a T-shirt uniform, an 8x10 team photo plaque and the benefit of helping youth enjoy a positive recreation experience. The sponsorship fee is $195 per team. Sports & AthleticsRegistrations are now being accepted for youth sports programs for Boys & Girls grades K-8. Youth Soccer (grades K-8) and Girls’ Volleyball (Costs vary based on the program. Registration by calling 253-931-3043 or on-line via Auburn @ Play. The Gymnasium at Les Gove Park offers a variety of activities: Adult Open Gym: Monday & Wednesday, 12:00-1:30pm, Tuesday & Thursday , 11:30am-1:30pm, ages 18 and over. Mon/Wed is Pickleball, Tues/Thurs, is Volleyball and Basketball. Adult Open Gym Basketball 6:30-8:00 PM and Volleyball 8:00-9:30 PM. Ages 18 & over, Mondays.
Family Open Gym Basketball 6:30-8:00 PM and Volleyball 8:00-9:30 PM. Friday’s. Check out the Gymnasium calendar for additional opportunities.
Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation is now taking registrations for the following adult sports (ages 18 and over): More information and registration forms are available on the website or by calling 253-931-3043. Tee it up at the Auburn Golf Course. Sign up on-line to receive special announcements, pro-shop discounts, tournament news and more from the Auburn Golf Course and check us out on Facebook. For more details, call 253-833-2350. Sponsors are being sought for youth athletic teams for the Fall (Soccer, Flag Football, and Girls’ Volleyball). Sponsors receive their business or organization name and logo on a T-shirt uniform, an 8x10 team photo plaque and the benefit of helping youth enjoy a positive recreation experience. The sponsorship fee is $195 per team. Toddler, Pre-School & Elementary KidsAuburn has everything you’re looking for to keep your child active, involved and entertained this summer. We offer summer camps for pre-school age through teens in various topics and settings. Week-long day camp options are offered for elementary school age and teens with weekly themes and adventures. And a new mix and match camp option for a variety of experiences each week. Register by calling 253-931-3043 or on-line via Auburn @ Play. Disney’s Jungle Book: Ages 4-7. Adapted from Disney’s Beloved animated film and the works of Rudyard Kipling, the ‘man cub’ Mowgli, bounds through the jungle and learns what it means to be human. Learn basic activing techniques, stage etiquette, and create your own costume while working as an ensemble to bring the Jungle Book to life! Parent observation day on the final day of class. August 6-10. M,W,F. 9am-12pm. $57/$72. Parents’ Night Out Saturday, August 18, 5-10pm. Our theme this month is Summer Surprises. We will have fun with lots of splashy summer fun surprises to end our summer. Drop your kids off at the Gymnasium at Les Gove Park for an evening of dinner, snacks, games, arts & crafts, inflatable toys and sports while you enjoy a parent night out. All activities will be facilitated and supervised by trained staff who have undergone a National State Patrol background check. Kids in the Parents’ Night Out program will have exclusive use of the gym. For ages 5-11. Fee: $16/$20 first child; $10/$12 each additional sibling. Must be pre-registered by the Wednesday, prior to the event. Don’t wait too long as we do fill up. Kidz Playtime – NEW! Do you need a couple of hours to yourself, have an appointment or just want to meet up with a friend and do not have a sitter? We can help at our new drop-in childcare program and we will keep them safe and entertained. Child must be fully toilet trained and no pull-ups. Two hours of care for $10. Drop-In Childcare is now available! Drop-off the kiddos in the Pre-School room so Moms and Dads can get a workout in or try out a group fitness class! Drop-in childcare is available to children ages 6 months-8 years. Visit www.auburnwa.gov/fitness for up to date schedule and hours. Drop-in fee is $4/visit (2 hour maximum per visit) if parent is in fitness program, or $10 for 2 hours if parent leaves building. Childcare Open Hours: M-F -9a-1:30p, M-W-4-8p and Th-5:15-8p. Unlimited Monthly Childcare membership is available to be added to an adult membership. $15 additional per child. 2 hour max. per visit. NEW PRESCHOOL CLASSES STARTING UP
Celebrate your birthday with us. We will do all the setup and cleanup and you just show up ready to party with your child. Birthday Party Packages run $165-$250 for up to 15 kids. Party packages include 2 hours of party time. Choose your theme: Maker’s Space, Sports & Games, or Indoor Playground. Call for more specific details at 253-931-3043. MakerSpace @ The RECA place for creativity, technology, and exploration for all ages! Equipment within the space includes: Epilog Helix Laser Printer, MakerBot Replicator 3D Printer, FormLabs Form 2 Resin 3D Printer, Brother Sewing and Embroidery Machine, Silhouette Cutter, Xbox Kinnect Scanner and a variety of hand tools. Classes and schedule change frequently; there is always something new to try!
Make and Take Small Private Parties – Create a custom project with your closest friends and family in our Makerspace. Perfect for teen birthday parties, moms’ groups, church groups, leadership and team-building events. All materials and instruction are provided by our friendly, expert party host. Groups are welcome to provide their own snacks and beverages. Options include: Rustic Engraved Signs; Engraved Cutting Boards; Engraved & Stained Coasters; String Art Décor; Engraved Glassware. 2 hours, for up to 6 people, $160; 3 hours for 7 to 10 people, $230. Ages 13 & up. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call 253-931-3043.
Makerspace Training - $35 for a one and a half hour session on one machine will prepare you for Open Make time and allow you to either work independently on your own projects and/or volunteer in the Makerspace. All materials, outside of training will cost extra. For more information or to schedule an appointment., please call 253-931-3043.
Teens & TweensAuburn has everything you’re looking for to keep your child active, involved and entertained this summer. We offer summer camps for teens in various topics and settings. Week-long day camp options are offered with weekly themes and adventures. And a new mix and match camp option for a variety of experiences each week. Register by calling 253-931-3043 or on-line via Auburn @ Play. After School Program at The REC - Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation offers the popular After School Program at The REC, beginning Wednesday, September 5, 2018. This program, running 2:30-6:30 daily, Monday through Friday, features Arts & Crafts, the Makers Room (3D Printers, Laser Etchers and much more), technology lab (computers), REC Room – featuring two large tv screens for video games and movie, basketball and futsal (indoor soccer) and a daily snack (snack begins in late September). The Auburn School District will provide bus transportation to the REC from each of the four middle schools. Auburn’s Youth Council constantly welcomes new members. The Youth Council volunteers at local events, helps collaborate on ideas that benefit Auburn and takes on other active roles in the community. Call 253-931-3074 for details and an application. Cultural Arts Join us as a fan of Auburn Arts and Events on Facebook to get updates and announcements! The City of Auburn art gallery exhibitions for August 2018 include expressive landscape paintings by artist Teri Capp on view at the Cheryl Sallee Gallery through September 18. The Community & Event Center Gallery is featuring an exhibition of portraits by artist Frank Greif, with images portraying dog owners with their pets, on view through August 27. On view at the City Hall Gallery are the colorfully abstracted landscape paintings of Fiona Lau. also on view through August 27. Auburn’s Art on Main window-front gallery is featuring a colorful and whimsical installation, titled “Skymonkey Encounter,” by artist Pete Goldlust, which will be on view through September 23. Goldlust creates works that are site-specific and mixed media, engaging the viewer in an entirely new visual experience of a space, often implementing cartoon-like imagery and bright, bold colors! Pianos on Parade will be back on display for the community to enjoy for the month of August! Installed throughout the city, five artistically decorated pianos to enjoy and play will be located at the following locations: City Hall Courtyard, Nelson’s Jewelry, Geaux Brewing, Zola’s Cafe and the Lakeland Hills Haggen. Also, be on the lookout for BenchMarks, our artistically decorated benches made by the community, which are on display throughout the city for the summer! Find them all and tag your picture with #AuburnBenchMarks on Facebook! Auburn Senior Activity CenterSenior Activity Center, at 808 Ninth St SE, or call 253-931-3016. Join us as a fan of Auburn Senior Activity Center on Facebook to get updates and announcements!
Upcoming Classes and Programs:
Karaoke- Mondays from 9:30-11:30am. SAIL is a strength, balance and fitness program for adults 50 and older. Performing exercises that improve strength, balance and fitness are the single most important activity that adults can do to stay active and reduce their chances of falling. SAIL consist of a warm up, light aerobics, strength and balance training and cool down. All exercises can be done seated or standing. This class is completely free and does not require a fitness membership or any pre-registration. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10am Senior Golf League- Thursday 12:45 pm at Auburn Golf Course. Call Rocky at the Senior Center for more information. Table Tennis - Tuesdays from 2-4:30 pm. FREE. Stop by and join us, we now have two tables!
Senior Monthly Fitness Membership $25/month; or $20 per month with auto renewal Membership gives you access to Silver Sneakers classes, Gentle Chair Yoga, additional select classes offered at the Community and Events Center, and drop-in Open Gym activities. Details at www.auburnwa.gov/fitness.
Silver Sneakers-Healthways, Optum Fitness or Silver & Fit -Insurance Plan If you have one of these plans on your insurance, it will give you access to the same things listed above for the Fitness membership. Contact your insurance company for more information.
For additional information about the Seniors programs, including upcoming events, trips and activities, visit the Senior Activity Center, at 808 Ninth St SE, or call 253-931-3016.
White River Valley MuseumNew Exhibit! SASQUATCH, Ancient Native Perspectives on the Mysterious Beings of the Woods Opens July 11, 2018 Late Play Dates August 2, 6 – 8pm. On the first Thursday of every month drop-in for FREE admission and themed activities perfect for families with children 3-12 years of age, no registration required. Sponsored by the Robert Chinn Foundation. Hooked on History! July 11, 18, 25 & August 1, 10:30 -11:30am. Stop by the Museum before the concerts in Les Gove Park for free crafts and activities with a new theme each week! Free, no registration required. Hooked on History is made possible by the Wyman Youth Trust. Native Storytelling August 2, 7pm. Roger Fernandes, Lower Elwha Band of the S'Klallam, incorporates song, dance, and tales from around the world in this captivating storytelling program. Free event, no registration required, but space is limited. White River Valley Museum, is located in the Les Gove Community Campus at 918 H Street SE. The Museum is open Wednesday through Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. On the first Thursday of each month the hours are extended from 6 to 8 p.m. Regular admission is: $5 adults, $2 seniors and children, children 2 years of age or younger are always free. Admission is free for everyone all day on the first Thursday and the third Sunday of every month. Call 253-288-7433 or visit www.wrvmuseum.org for event information. MARY OLSON FARM Open every Saturday & Sunday June 23 – August 26 from Noon – 5 p.m. Admission is FREE! Take your family on a trip back in time to the Mary Olson Farm. Kids will love meeting our cow, chickens, and mini donkeys and going on a tour of the Olson’s farmhouse. Pack a picnic and spend the day enjoying one of the best preserved farms in King County! Open hours made possible by the Wyman Youth Trust. Sunset at the Farm Concert Series July 5, 19, and August 2, 7 – 8:30pm. The Auburn Symphony Chamber Orchestra presents a wonderful series of outdoor chamber music at the Mary Olson Farm. For more information and tickets please visit auburnsymphony.org Native Flute Concert August 12, 2pm. Gary Stroutsos plays native flute at the Farm. Free, no registration required. Hops in the Valley Talk August 18, 1pm. Learn about hops history with Museum Curator of Collections Hilary Pittenger and modern beer making with Arthur Cohn from Scamp Brewing. Free, no registration required. Poets on the Farm August 25, 1 – 4 pm, Readings, writing and more with the Northwest Renaissance Poets. Free, no registration required. Mary Olson Farm: 28728 Green River Road SE, just North of the Auburn Golf Course. Open Saturdays and Sundays, Noon - 5pm, June 23 – August 26. Admission is Free! Call 253-288-7433 or visit www.wrvmuseum.org for more information. |
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