Register now for fall programs and activities with Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation
We're Hiring - Get Paid to Play!
Auburn Parks is hiring now for several positions. Have fun while working with kids or athletic programs. Most positions involve getting paid to play in the programs offered by Auburn Parks. Pay starts at over $16/hour! Flexible hours are available to meet most schedules. Apply for general recreation jobs online at auburnwa.gov/jobs.
Do you like to play video games? Do you play basketball? If you do, get paid! The REC Teen Center is hiring staff to work in the teen after school program. Get paid to play video games or sports with the teens. Steady hours and you can earn over $18/hr. Apply for The REC Teen Center online at auburnwa.gov/jobs.
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 CLASSES
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BIKING
COOKING
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Little Chefs | Ages 3 ½-5 | Thursday, Oct 27-Nov 17 | 9:15-10:30am
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Pre-school Drop In program at the Gymnasium at Les Gove Park!!
Indoor Playground | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | Now through Dec. 21 | 9:30-11am | $2 per child
Kidz Playtime | Ages 2-8 | $10 for 2 hours of care
Do you need a couple of hours to yourself, have an appointment, or want to meet up with a friend and do not have a sitter? We can help! Bring your 2-8 year old to our new drop-in childcare program and we will keep them entertained and safe. All staff have undergone a National Background Check. Call the Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation Office at 253-931-3043 for specific times and days. Times and days coordinate with fitness classes and may change quarterly. Staff do not change clothes.
STEAM Classes
FITNESS & DANCE
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Parkour Jr. | Ages 6-8 | Thursdays, October 6-27 | 4:30-5:20pm
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Parkour Jr. | Ages 6-8 | Thursdays, November 3-17 | 4:30-5:20pm
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Parkour Jr. | Ages 6-8 | Thursdays, December 1-15 | 4:30-5:20pm
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Parkour | Ages 9-11 | Thursdays, November 3-17 | 5:30-6:20pm
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Parkour | Ages 9-11 | Thursdays, December 1-15 | 5:30-6:20pm
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PARENTS' NIGHT OUT
Have your kids (ages 5-10) hang out with us at the Gymnasium for an evening of games, arts & crafts and sports while you enjoy a parent night out. Select Saturdays, 5-9pm Les Gove Park Gymnasium.
Season Packages also available.
YOUTH ART CLASSES - ONE DAY ART EXPERIENCE
BIRTHDAY PARTY PACKAGES - RESERVE NOW FOR DATES
BEGINNING OCTOBER 1
Schedule your birthday party package with us - you bring the party and we’ll provide the fun! Our party crew will facilitate a two hour action-packed party for your child and we will do all the work!
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Auburn's REC Teen Center is located at 910 9th Street SE in Les Gove Park. The REC is open during the school year, Monday through Friday from 2pm-5pm. Transportation is provided from the Auburn middle schools and high schools courtesy of the Auburn School District.
The REC Teen Center offers great fun for grades 6-12 and features:
- Ping Pong, Foosball, Air Hockey, Teen Lounge & Video Games
- A Gymnasium for drop-in basketball
- Tech Lab for tutoring and homework help.
- Maker's Room featuring a 3-D printer, laser cutter, robotics, crafts, custom decals, digital embroidery and more.
The REC Teen Center Special Events:
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HYPE Night: Friday, October 14 | 6-10pm
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REC Riders | Every Wednesday through Oct 12 | 3-4:30pm
Monthly Membership: $15 | Daily Drop-in Rate: $1
Purchase by calling 253-931-3043; Online Waiver for Registration
TEEN CLASSES & PROGRAMS
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Auburn Youth Council | Grades 6-12 | Free!
Service Learning & Leadership Development group gets teens active in the Auburn Community! First meeting is Tuesday, October 11 at the REC- 6-7:15 PM.
Come check it out and get signed up. Dinner is provided!
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 Check out auburnwa.gov/sports for all the details, including dates, times & registration links including:
Youth Options:
Adult Options:
- Open Gym Pickleball | Ages 18 & over | Fridays, 6-8 pm (Nov 4, 18, Dec 2, 9, 16)
 Art Classes
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Acrylics | Wednesdays, Oct 5-26 | 9am-12pm
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Acrylics | Wednesdays, Nov 2-23 | 9am-12pm
MakerSpace - Adult Make & Take Art Classes (check out all the class details and images online)
Open Make – Daytime | Ages 16 & UP | Wednesdays through Dec 14 | 10am-1pm
Open Make - Evening | Ages 16 & UP | Second Monday each month, Oct 17-Dec 12 | 5pm-8pm
Small Business Fridays | Ages 16 & UP | Fridays through Dec 16 | 10am-1pm
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Take & Make Kits
Check out images and instructions for all the adult and kid fall and winter Take & Make kits available at auburnwa.gov/makerspace. Kits include all supplies and instructions to craft at home. Class is not provided. Kits are available for pick up Mondays-Fridays 8am-8pm and Saturdays 9am-4pm.
Kit options for Fall & Winter include: Sunflower Antique Truck Sign; School Year Stats Prop Sign; Game Day” Football Sign; Celestial Moth Framed Sign; Pumpkin Rainbow; Halloween Countdown Sign; Halloween Painted Shapes; Macrame Backpack Charms; Gratitude Challenge Jars; Wooden Tree & Ornaments
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FITNESS MEMBERSHIP
Membership | $25 Regular; $20 Seniors/Teens
Daily Drop In | $5 Regular; $4 Seniors/Teens
Fitness Membership gets you moving with all the perks! Full details and class schedule at auburnwa.gov/fitness:
- Unlimited access to fitness classes both
virtual and in-person
- Unlimited use of the fitness center
- Open gym programs
- Unlimited access to the full virtual fitness class library
- Drop-in childcare
Membership Fees with unlimited childcare:
Adult + 1 child $35/month
Adult + 2 children $50/month
Adult + 3 children $65/month
HEALTH & FITNESS CLASSES
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Lights on! Stage set! BRAVO Performing Arts is back this fall! The City of Auburn is excited to present an incredible lineup of music, comedy, theater, and kids’ programming that will take the stage for the 2022-2023 BRAVO Performing Arts Season.
Check out the season schedule at auburnwa.gov/theater.
Upcoming Production:
October 14, 15, 20, 21, 22 at 7:30 PM & October 15, 16, 22 at 2 PM
Auburn Community Players: You're A Good Man Charlie Brown
Green River College - Cascade Hall, 12401 SE 320th St.
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Saturday, October 15
10-11am | White River Valley Museum
Do you have old family photos, clothing, or other objects in your care? Celebrate Family History Month by joining Curator of Collections Hilary Pittenger and members of the South King County Genealogical Society as they help you learn more about the objects in your care, and museum-quality preservation techniques. Register in advance. Free.
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This fun-filled fall afternoon will include games, crafts, face painting, scary cookies, cauldrons of punch. Be sure to check out the Trunk-or-Treat around the trail at Les Gove Park. Your little goblin will not want to miss this event! Bring a can of food for admission to support the Auburn Food Bank.
Register now to participate as a Trunk-or-Treat Vendor.
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Saturday, November 5
Veterans Parade & Observance
Parade at 11am | Main Street in downtown Auburn
One of the largest Veterans Parades west of the Mississippi, the parade proceeds west on Main Street from E Street SE to A Street NW in Auburn. It includes a fly-over, marching bands, honor guards, military marching units and vehicles, veterans units, drill teams, community and scouting groups, as well as floats, antique cars and more. The day kicks off with a breakfast, co-hosted by the American Legion. Food trucks on South Division from 10am-2pm and the Auburn Noon Lions Luncheon follows the parade. The day is complete after the state’s largest Marching Band and Field Competition awards its winners at Auburn High School Stadium. Thank you to the Muckleshoot Casino for sponsoring! Media support courtesy of Talk Radio 570 KVI, Northwest Newsradio/KNWN, STAR 101. 5 and KOMO 4. Complete details at www.auburnwa.gov/events.
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Saturday, November 12
Salmon Fest
12-2pm | Mary Olson Farm
The Mary Olson Farm welcomes the salmon back to our stream! Observe spawning salmon, become a salmon scientist by engaging in water testing and habitat observation, and learn more about the role salmon play in the ecosystem. Presented in partnership with the Environmental Science Center. Free.
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Saturday, December 3
Santa Parade & Tree Lighting
Parade at 4:30pm | Main Street in downtown Auburn
Auburn's Lighted Santa Parade & Tree Lighting event returns! Beginning at 4:30 PM the parade will feature lighted vehicles, floats, cars, and walking entries and will stretch from Auburn High School to City Hall along Main Street in downtown Auburn. Join us for live music before and after the parade at City Hall. We'll wrap up the event with the annual tree lighting at City hall plus a visit from Santa.
All community, families, non-profits, and businesses are welcome to participate. All entries wishing to participate in the parade must register in advance by Wednesday, November 30, 2022. All entries must have a lighted element. This years' theme: Toyland! Decorate or dress as your favorite toy!
Register now to participate in the lighted Santa Parade
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Saturday, December 10
Breakfast With Santa
Auburn Community & Event Center
Two Breakfast Options: 8:30-10am or 11am-12:30pm
Adults $10/$12; Child $9/$11
Join us for a holiday Breakfast with Santa. Breakfast will be served by Santa’s elves. Two time options are available. You will also enjoy holiday entertainment by Dani & the Bee. Space is limited. Call 253-931-3043 to register.
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Saturday, December 10
Festival of Trees Family Day
12pm-4pm | White River Valley Museum
Each year the museum is filled with trees decorated or created around a theme. This year, artists from around the region will be decorating trees inspired the theme “Dreamscapes.” How will they interpret this theme? Come visit the museum and find out, with extra craft-making opportunities, story times, and festive activities throughout the day.
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 TO REGISTER:
On-line: Auburn @Play online registration
Phone: 253-931-3043; VISA, MasterCard, Discover or American Express
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