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Upcoming programs through Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation 

Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation continues to serve the community with opportunities and experiences that are COVID adapted. Options including offerings for youth programs and camps, a host of fitness and sport options for youth and adults, and a variety of community special events and recreational fun.

The Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation Department is offering activities that help youth develop social, emotional, physical, and cognitive abilities as well as expanded learning opportunities. programming allowable under childcare guidance through the WA. State Department of Health guidelines. We will continue to monitor changes in guidelines and adapt to any changes as needed.

Based on the current guidelines, here is what we are doing to ensure health and safety in our programs: 

• Curbside check-in and health screenings mean only program participants and staff are in our building.
  Staff will walk youth participants to their assigned program space.
• Masks are worn by staff and participants at all times. Both indoors and outdoors.
• Increased cleaning and sanitizing
• Designated space and facilities for each program

PARKOUR Parkour is an excellent way for kids to work off energy, build motor skills, practice problem solving and team work and have a blast!  Parkour Jr. | Ages 6-8 | Thursdays, 4-4:50pm Session April 1-22 | Session May 6-27 | Session June 3-24  Parkour | Ages 9-11 | Thursdays, 5-5:50pm Session April 1-22  | Session May 6-27 | Session June 3-24  GIRLS ON THE RUN Girls on the Run encourages girls in grades 3-5 in the development of self-respect and healthy lifestyles through dynamic, interactive lessons as well as through running games, all of which culminates in a celebratory 5k run. Girls On The Run | Grades 3-5 | Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 30-May 27 | 4:00-5:30 PM

KIDS YOGA

Kids Yoga is a weekly exploration of yoga movement, meditation, art, storytelling, mindfulness games and more! This class offers a safe space for nourishing community connection and lots of joy.
Kids Yoga | Ages 6-10 | Wednesdays, March 24-April 14 | 4:45-5:45pm | 55862

KIDS DIG IT!

Join us in the garden for fun-filled afternoons exploring all it has to offer. In this program we educate and empower children to make conscious food choices through hands-on garden activities. We will learn about gardening, engage in fun activities, grow our own food, and taste the fruits (and vegetables) of our labor! Participants in this class have first priority registration for the summer session. 
Kids Dig It!  |  Ages 6-11  | April 14-June 2 | 4:30-6:00pm | 55919

YOUTH STEM

• Game Making From Scratch: Do you want to learn to code by making games? In this class, you’ll get to build a series of fun, hands-on games that you can share with your friends and family! We’ll use a block programming language called Scratch to design, create and play our very own games! Newcomers and returning students welcome -- we'll make sure to find a project that challenges and excites you.
  Ages 8-12 | Tuesdays, April 20-June 1 | 5:00-6:15pm |  55860
  
  
• Junior Rocket Engineers: Space! Rockets! In this class, We will use computer simulations and hands-on projects to help us explore the depths of space! We will even build and launch our own model rockets. 
  Ages 8-12 | Tuesdays, April 20-June 1 | 5:30-6:45pm | 55861
  
  

THEATER/MUSIC

Musical Theater Vocal Workshop: An 8-week course Based on the Broadway era from the 1920s to the present, our theater Vocal Course is sure to capture the heart of anyone interested in the performing arts. In this course, students learn vocal technique and fundamentals as well as song selection derived from various Broadway styles. The instructor leads students through proper vocal warm, up pitch control and proper breathing. This is followed Selecting a song to learn, rehearse and perform at the end of the course via a live zoom concert! Fun for the whole family to watch.
Ages 8-18 | Thursdays, April 15-June 3 | 7:30-9:30pm |  55669

SPRING BREAK CAMPS Mini Makers Spring Break Camp Are you looking for something fun to do during your upcoming Spring Break?  Check out our Mini Makers Camp, which encourages young people to engage in creative STEAM projects (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics) along with fun Arts & Crafts, and more recreation activities during spring break. Main camp activities run 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Extended care available from 8-9 a.m. and 4-5 p.m. Drop-Off and Pick-Up curbside at the Auburn Community & Event Center. Ages 6-11 | Monday-Friday, April 5-9 | 8:00am-5:00pm | 55727 Skyhawks Multi-Sport Camp: Our multi-sport camp is designed to introduce athletes to a variety of different sports in one setting. For this program we combine dodgeball, basketball & soccer into one fun-filled week. Athletes will learn the rules and essential skills of each sport along with vital life lessons such as respect and teamwork. Campers should bring daily a sack lunch, snacks, sunscreen and water bottle. Main camp activities run 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Extended care available from 8-9 a.m. and 4-5 p.m. For ½ day camp extended care only available 8-9 a.m. Fee includes extended care. Skyhawks Multi-Sport Camp | April 5-9 | 9am-4pm  | $195/$240 | 55753 Skyhawks Multi-Sport Camp (Half Day) | April 5-9 | 9am-12pm  | $115/$140 | 55754

SUMMER CAMPS No fooling! Summer is just around the corner and it's time to start thinking about Summer Camps! The Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation Department has everything you’re looking for to keep your child active and engaged. Camp options are offered in various topics and settings. Check out the Summer Camp website at auburnwa.gov/camps or download the 2021 Summer Camp brochure to make all your summer camp plans.

TEEN YOGA

Teen Yoga offers powerful tools to help teens get grounded and feel safe in their bodies during these shifting times. During this class we will journey through gentle yoga movement, restorative yoga postures and guided meditation. This is a space for nourishing community connection and relaxation.
Ages 11-16 | Wednesdays, March 24-April 14 | 3:30-4:30pm | 55899

TEEN FUTSOL

Teen Futsol will include weekly inner-program games for a full season tournament. Teams of 5 will play 4-on-4 at the Mod- Soccer/Futsol field at Brannan Park. 20 minute games allow each team to play 2 games per session with a warm up.
Ages 12-16 | Fridays, March 26-April 16 | 3:30-5:00pm | 55900

SPORT CLASSES

Skyhawks provides a wide variety of fun, safe and positive programs that emphasize critical lessons in sports and life, such as teamwork, respect and sportsmanship. The programs are designed to give each child a positive introduction into sports while fostering a lifelong love for an active, healthy lifestyle. Our patient and knowledgeable staff use a variety of skill-building games and activities to give each athlete a complete understanding and overview of the sport. This class will take place inside gym.

Participants will be placed in groups (by age) of no more than 6 participants per group and no co-mingling of kids in other groups. There will be a max of 12 participants per age group per session. Participants will also be required to wear a face-mask at all times. 

• Soccer | Ages 5-9 | Tuesdays, April 6-27 | 5-5:45pm | 55894
• Soccer | Ages 10-12 | Tuesdays, April 6-27 | 6-6:45pm | 55713
• Baseball | Ages 5-9 | Wednesdays, April 7-28 | 5-5:45pm | 55895
• Baseball | Ages 10-12 | Wednesdays, April 7-28 | 6-6:45pm | 55896

SPORT LEAGUES

Youth Baseball & Fastpitch

Coaches are volunteers, most are parents of participants.  Coaches will determined practice times based on their availability between 4:30-8:30 pm.  $10 early bird discount if registered by May 5.  Email reminders will be sent out 7-10 days prior with specifics on time, place and other information.  All games and practices will be on the days specified below.  3rd Grade & Older teams may be combined with Sumner/Bonney Lake league.

Track and Field

This is a recreational track program for all children grades 1-8. The purpose of this program is to teach young boys and girls track and field fundamentals in a fun-filled atmosphere. Sportsmanship, conditioning, leadership, and confidence are reinforced. Participants will compete in various track meets in June and July. Some at home and some at neighboring cities.  Practices are Monday (Auburn High) or Tuesday (Auburn Riverside) or Wednesday (Auburn Mountainview) and meets are on Thursdays. You chose the practice day, but space is limited.  T-shirt uniforms will be provided for team participants if registered by the early registration deadline Wednesday, May 5.  $10 early bird discount if registered by May 5.  All facilities are what we have historically used but are still waiting on confirmation from Auburn School District.

Ages:  6-14 
June 1-July 8 | Monday-Thursday | 5:30-7:30pm | $60/$73 | 55745

TAKE & MAKE CRAFT KITS & PROJECTS

Curbside pick-up at the Auburn Community & Event Center is available Monday-Thursdays, 10A-1P, Tues, 4-6p or by appointment. To schedule a pick-up by appointment, call 253-931-3043.

STEAM Take & Make Kits STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Math - and we've got it all! Is your kid a maker? A Tinkerer? An Artist? An aspiring inventor or engineer? Check out this fun, new Take and Make projects!   Little STEAMers:  Take and Make Projects Take and Make “Dino” Mite Discovery | Ages 5-12 | $12/$15 | 55920 Take and Make Razzle Robots | Ages 5-13 | $15/$19 | 55752 Take and Make Bug Kits | Ages 4-10 | $8/$10 | 55687

Birdhouse Sign up for the project, pick up your kit, get crafty at home! Each kit will contain pieces to paint and decorate as you choose.  Then, assemble your birdhouse like a puzzle! Birdhouse, paint and paintbrush are included.  Recommended for ages 6 and up.  $12/$15 | 55917

Macrame Rainbow Backpack Charms Macrame is on trend and so is going back to school!  Dec out your backpack with your own macrame rainbow charms.  Learn to tie the knots then comb it out for a custom look.  Kit contains supplies for two charms.  One for you, one to share! Recommended for ages 7 and up.  $10/$13 | 55918

VIRTUAL FITNESS MEMBERSHIP Membership  | $20/$15 Seniors Virtual Fitness Membership gets you moving with all the perks! Unlimited access to virtual fitness classes on Zoom (13 live classes each week) In-Person fitness classes (reservations are required) Open Gym Pickleball (reservations are required) Member-Only fitness challenges and contests Access to the class library where you can take recorded classes at a time that is convenient for you For more information and to make a class reservation visit www.auburnwa.gov/fitness. Call 253-931-3043 to sign up for membership. ADULT FITNESS Group Power | Mondays & Thursdays| 4:30-5:30pm Strength & Stretch | Fridays | 10:30-11:30am NEW! Tai Chi | Fridays | 11:45-12:45pm Yoga Flow | Saturdays | 10:15-11:15am Masks are required at all times during In-Person Fitness classes.  Reservations are required and can be made up to 10 days prior to class. Space is limited. In-Person Fitness classes are free for Virtual Fitness Members. Drop-In Fee for non-members: $4 Regular/$3 Seniors.

OPEN-GYM PICKLEBALL  Open-gym Pickleball is now being offered at the Auburn Community & Event Center, located at 910 9th Street SE Reservations are required Drop-in Daily Fee: Adult $4 | Senior (50+) $3 | Fitness Members Free Register for a 120 minute time slot Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday as follows: 9:00-11:00 a.m 11:15 a.m.-1:15 p.m.; or Monday only 6:00-8:00 p.m.  Registration is limited with maximum of one registration per day, per person. Reservations may be made up to 10 days in advance. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 931-3043 or online through Auburn @Play online registration.

Community Garden - now accepting registrations The City of Auburn has two community gardens that offer approximately 200 sq ft of space per garden plot.  Gardening season is April-October, water is provided onsite. Tools, work, seeds, and plants provided are provided by the individual renting the garden plot. If interested, please submit garden plot application form.

Auburn's Peter Cotton Trail  Friday, March 26 through Sunday, March 28 At various parks and trails in Auburn Grab your closest peeps and hop at the chance to participate in this FREE, outdoor, COVID-safe event! Bounce around select parks and trails to find the hidden bunnies. Complete the scorecard and enter to win one of 60+ prizes! An eggs-tra special thanks to Painting With A Twist for sponsoring the event. Kudos to Vinifera Wine Bar & Bistro, Jimmy John’s and Sound Credit Union for event support.

Auburn’s BE A FORCE OF NATURE Earth Day virtual 5K Virtual Fun Run: April 21-25, 2021 Another virtual 5K to keep you moving! Participation is FREE and prizes are available. During a time convenient for you, between April 21 - 25, walk/run/jog/bike a 5K. Post your photo(s) within the event or email us (by noon on April 26) for your chance to win some great swag! Will you be a lucky winner?

Clean Sweep Saturday, April 24, 2021 | 9am-12pm Celebrate Earth Day in Auburn! Register your small group to help clean up and beautify Auburn! The Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation Department will be assigning small groups to various projects around Auburn. Current public health guidelines provided by the State will be upheld at each project site.

Auburn’s Dog Trot 3K/5K Fun Run Saturday, May 22 | 9am-12pm | Game Farm Park The family-friendly fun run has both an in-person or virtual option on Saturday, May 22. In-person options have staggered start times from 9am-12pm and with the virtual option, you can choose the day, the time and the location of your participation! Participation is $18/person and includes a T-Shirt, full-color race bib and a participation medal. Domestic shipping is available for $5/packet, if needed. Register at: https://apm.activecommunities.com/auburnwa/Activity_Search/5959

TO REGISTER:
On-line: Auburn @Play online registration
Phone: 253-931-3043; VISA, MasterCard, Discover or American Express

We encourage you to follow us on Facebook at Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation or subscribe to our Auburn@Play newsletters to see what we are up too. You can also visit auburnwa.gov/play and auburnwa.gov/virtualrec for updates, registration information and a full listing of opportunities this fall.

Online Recreation Registration

www.auburnwa.gov/play | 253-931-3043