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free community programming



Poets at the Postmark

*Poets at the Postmark [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=20009787 ]
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 | 6:30-8:00PM
**All Ages | FREE
****"@ Postmark Center for the Arts [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=12529131 ]."*

Come to our monthly Postmark Poetry Nights! Doors open at 6:00PM, poetry starts at 6:30PM.

Arrive early to peruse artwork by local artists, bring a poem to share during the open mic, and bring a poetry book to swap for a poetry book at our book exchange!

*This month's featured poet will be Raúl Sanchez! Read his bio:*



Raul Sanchez

Raúl doesn’t fit the “One voice One guy” type. As the former City of Redmond Poet Laureate, 2019 – 2021, he included nature in his work in a Broad Way. Teaching bilingual poetry in Spanish and English through the Jack Straw Educational Project has given him a tremendous experience on human relations, age/culture, generational communications applying the experience acquired after years Mentor-volunteering for PONGO Teen Writing at the Juvenile Detention Center in Seattle proper. Working with traumatized teens, humans subjected to do what they were pushed to do, just to survive.

He runs the "Poetry in the Park" bi-weekly public event, beginning on Thursday April 17th and every other Thursday until September 18th, 2025, at the Meadowbrook Pond in NE Seattle. Raul and his wife are avid walkers and travelers, hence the theme of Raul’s next book. Raul’s new voice is from culture, color, history and nature.

His newest collection "When There Were No Borders" is as current as the current events. Released by Flower Song Press, McAllen, Texas, July 2021.

For more information about Raúl Sanchez, please visit his website [ https://www.poetraulsanchez.com/ ].





Orcas Microcinema

*Orcas Microcinema Film Screenings
Recommended Age: 13+ | FREE*
**"@ Postmark Center for the Arts [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=12529131 ]."***
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Join Orcas Microcinema, hosted by the Postmark Center for the Arts, for a free four-film series exploring the universal experience of coming of age in four different countries: the Philippines, Denmark, Peru, and Japan.

These timeless films dive into themes that transcend borders and generations, sparking reflection and conversation. As part of this community-centered series, we’ll host discussions and feature local organizations connected to the stories and identities represented in the films. Free popcorn and a welcoming space for all will be provided. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with your community and celebrate the shared experiences that unite us all!

*Please register for free in advance for each film:*


* *QUEENS (REINAS)* | Thursday, May 1 | 6:30 - 8:30PM [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/auburnwa/activity/search/detail/10280?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]
* *MOVING* | Thursday, May 8 | 6:30 - 9PM [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/auburnwa/activity/search/detail/10281?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]




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*Rhythm & Rhymes Story Hour [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/auburnwa/activity/search/detail/10272?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]
Saturday, May 10, 2025 | 10-11AM*
*All Ages | FREE
**"@ Postmark Center for the Arts [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=12529131 ]."**
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Join Auburn Symphony Orchestra and the Auburn Public Library for Rhythm and Rhymes Story Hour! Enjoy a fun, interactive music presentation with ASO musicians followed by a story read-aloud with an Auburn librarian. This FREE program is best for ages 3-8 but families of all ages are encouraged to attend. Take home a craft kit to continue the fun at home!

*"Register now! [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/auburnwa/activity/search/detail/10272?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]"*





Seattle Print Arts Annual Print Exchange

*Postmark Second Saturdays [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=20072804 ]
**Saturday, May 10**, 2025 | 12-4PM*
All Ages | FREE*
"@ Postmark Center for the Arts [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=12529131 ]."*

Visit Postmark Center for the Arts gallery, open to the public each Second Saturday from 12-4PM! Each month features *FREE, all ages* performances, crafts, and events!

**1-3PM | *Printmaking Demonstration *"with"* Seattle Print Arts*

Join us at Postmark Center for the Arts for a special demonstration with Seattle Print Arts members Lynn Rosscamp and Amanda Danford! Lynn will demonstrate chine collé (press collage) intaglio printmaking, and Amanda will show how mokuhanga (Japanese wood blocks) are printed in multiple layers to achieve their unique effect.. Enjoy hands-on printing during the demonstration and partake in your own chine collé-inspired collage making.



Made possible by the Kiwanis Club of Auburn!

Kiwanis Club of Auburn


Classes & Workshops


Youth and Parent Pottery

*Youth & Parent Pottery Class [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/auburnwa/activity/search/detail/10171?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]*

Come and bring out your creativity! Make bowls, cups, plates, and more items you can enjoy your next meal with. Classes emphasize hand building lessons for youth and their parents. Making pottery together is a great way to spend time together! Clay has a way in bringing out the joyful and playful spirit within us. No experience necessary, all supplies are provided. BOTH child and parent must register for class.

*Dates: Thursdays, *May 15th - June 12th, 4:30 - 6PM
*Ages:* 8+
*Fee*: $180/$225 Resident/Non-Res
*Instructor*: Bryan Ohno

*"Register now! [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/auburnwa/activity/search/detail/10171?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]"*





Adult Pottery

*Adult Pottery Class [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/auburnwa/activity/search/detail/10172?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]*

Sink your hands into clay and experience the magic. You’ll start by crafting functional pieces like cups, bowls, and plates, while also learning essential shaping and glazing techniques. As you progress, participants can take on more complex projects and personal styles, with guidance from the instructor. Join our vibrant community of pottery enthusiasts and discover the joy of creating beautiful, handmade pottery!

*Dates:* May 15th - June 12th, 6:15 - 7:45PM
*Ages: *18+
*Fee:* $192/$240 Resident/Non-Res
*Instructor: *Bryan Ohno

*"Register now!" [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/auburnwa/activity/search/detail/10172?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]*




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SPA Print Exchange

**Postmark Center for the Arts Gallery [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/one.aspx?pageid=19727603&portalid=11470638 ]
**20 Auburn Ave**

*Seattle Print Arts Annual Print Exchange
*Exhibition dates:* April 16 - July 9, 2025*

The 2025 Annual Seattle Print Arts Print Exchange invites Seattle Print Arts (SPA) members to showcase their work in an un-juried celebration of fine art printmaking. This exhibition highlights the diversity and creativity of both traditional and non-traditional printmaking, fostering knowledge sharing, professional development, and community engagement within the vibrant SPA network.





Roldy Aguero Ablao

*Vault Gallery [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=19742280 ]
**20 Auburn Ave
*"Located within Postmark Center for the Arts
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[ https://www.amysimons.com/ ]*Roldy Aguero Ablao [ https://www.instagram.com/hafaroldy ]*
Exhibition Dates:* April 14 - July 7, 2025*

We are happy to introduce an installation titled "ININA to Glimmer or Glow by "artist Roldy Aguero Ablao in the Vault Gallery!

*Artwork Statement:*

“For this work, I would love to offer is an fashion installation this like, with clothing, prints and adornments inspired by the Mariana Islands, titled "Hinanao" or Journey in Chamorro (the indigenous people of the Mariana Islands), Using upcycled clothing, printmaking and colorful sculpture, this display will use motifs and symbols found in the Mariana Islands, pieces of history and culture that will be adorned on fabric and textiles and walls, creating a Chamorro world inspired by land, sea and fashion ancestry."” "- Roldy Aguero Ablao





Sarah Fetterman

*Art on Main Gallery [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/one.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=12529278 ]*
*East Main St between N Division St and Auburn Ave
*"Windowfront viewable streetside 24/7"

*Sarah Fetterman [ https://SarahFettermanStudios.com ]
*Exhibition Dates:* April 19 - July 6, 2025*

We are excited to be featuring a new Art on Main exhibition titled "Weathervane for Brainstorms" by artist Sarah Fetterman!

*Artist Statement:*

“My new piece, "Weathervane for Brainstorms", was inspired by an antique ruler of my grandfather’s. I’ve always loved the old whimsical numbering on the worn wood and the intricate tiny brass hinge that opens and closes it. I’m making an enormous version that is sprouting tree roots and growing across the wall. It’s a playful piece, but also a means to continue a relationship with someone who has passed away.” - Sarah Fetterman





ASD Student Exhibition

*Auburn Community and Event Center Gallery [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/one.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=12529095 ]
910 Ninth St. SE*

*Auburn School District Student Artists
*Exhibition Dates:* Through May 1, 2025*

Visit the Auburn Community and Event Center to view the work of talented Auburn School District Student Artists through May 1!





Annette Jones

*Auburn Community and Event Center Gallery [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/one.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=12529095 ]
910 Ninth St. SE*

*Annette Jones [ https://www.annettesjphoto.com ]
*Exhibition Dates:* May 7 - July 10, 2025*

Annette Stiers Jones is an emerging landscape photographer from Kent, Washington. In two short years of experience, she has already demonstrated her talent for capturing the beauty and wonder of the natural world. Her photographs transport viewers to breathtaking locations, evoking a sense of awe and wonder. Annette's portfolio showcases her ability to capture a wide range of landscape subjects. From majestic waterfalls to winding mountain trails, from serene woodland scenes to crashing ocean waves, and from tranquil lakes to dramatic sunrises, she has a keen eye for capturing the essence of each location she photographs. What sets Annette apart is her ability to create a sense of immersion for the viewer. Through her photographs, she transports viewers to the very heart of the scene, allowing them to experience the wonder of a new place or reminisce about a time when they witnessed it with their own eyes. Annette is thrilled at the opportunity to share her art with the community.





William Dubocq

*Cheryl Sallee Gallery [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/one.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=12529095 ]
**Auburn Senior Center
808 Ninth St. SE*

*William Dubocq*
Exhibition Dates:* Through April 30, 2025*

We are happy to host photographer William Dubocq at the Cheryl Sallee Gallery through April 30! Read his artist statement: "Searching for the evident form and beauty in nature. Working in a refined black and white palette to showcase the details in and out of the shadows." -William Dubocq





Kameh Saman

*Cheryl Sallee Gallery [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/one.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=12529095 ]
**Auburn Senior Center
808 Ninth St. SE*

*Kameh Saman*
Exhibition Dates:* April 30 - July 9, 2025*

We are happy to introduce artist Kameh Saman at the Cheryl Sallee Gallery! Read her artist statement: "I'm a contemporary portrait artist who works with oil paint in the classical tradition. My main goal is to capture the true essence of my subjects by revealing their vulnerable selves, free from any masks. I want my art to make people think about the deeper meanings and connections in everyday human interactions, encouraging empathy and reflection in the midst of life's chaos. Portraits are at the heart of what I do, as they allow me to explore the depths of the human soul. I aim to present these portraits in a way that combines beauty, intelligence, and emotional depth. In my artistic journey, I'm guided by a respect for the human body, a love for nature, and a belief in the emotional impact of visual art." -Kameh Saman




Downtown Sculpture Gallery

*2024-25 Downtown Sculpture Gallery [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/one.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=12529292 ]
Main Street, Auburn Downtown*

*On Display: *Through September 2025

The City of Auburn's Downtown Sculpture Gallery showcases outdoor sculptures of various sizes, types and mediums. Primarily located along Main Street, the sculpture gallery changes annually providing different artwork for Auburn residents to experience and enjoy. 

Take a walk downtown or view the Downtown Sculpture Gallery webpage [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/one.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=12529292 ] to tour the newly installed sculptures!


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Drop in Drawing

*Make & Mingle
**Every Wednesday, 10AM - 12PM
**Ages: *Suggested 18+ | FREE
"@ Postmark Center for the Arts [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=12529131 ]."

Stop by for our Artist Open Studio! Come join us for a cup of coffee with whatever art project you might be working on! This is a free, no-pressure environment for artists and creatives to gather. You can talk with other artists, ask for feedback or critique from on-site staff if available, bring your sketchbook to work out ideas, or just quietly draw in the gallery or work on your art! All are welcome. "No need to sign up or register, just drop in!"





Chinese Gongbi Painting with Amy Sie

*Drop-in Painting with Amy Sie
**Every Friday, 10AM - 12PM
**Ages:* Suggested 18+ | FREE
*Instructor:* Amy Sie
"@ Postmark Center for the Arts [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=12529131 ]."

Amy Sie is offering Drop-In Gongbi Painting sessions at the Postmark! A free, no-pressure environment for you to start a new painting or work on an old one. Please bring your own tools and materials. On-site help for critique/questions/advice. All are welcome. "No need to sign up or register, just drop in!"





Drop in drawing

*Drop-in Drawing
****Every Friday, 10AM - 12PM
*****Ages: **Suggested 18+ | FREE*
"@"*" ""Postmark Center for the Arts [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=12529131 ]."

Come stop by for our new Drop-In Drawing sessions at the Postmark! A free, no-pressure environment for artists and creatives to drop-in. Draw from a still life or the gallery, stay for whole two hours or only 10 minutes! Bring tools to either shade or color with, and your own sketchbook or drawing pad. On-site help for critique/questions/advice. All are welcome. "No need to sign up or register, just drop in!"




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BRAVO

Lights on! Stage set! BRAVO Performing Arts is launching excited for the Spring season! The City of Auburn presents an incredible lineup of music, comedy, theater, and kids’ programming as part of BRAVO Performing Arts. Check out the full schedule at auburnwa.gov/theater [ http://www.auburnwa.gov/theater ].

"*Upcoming performances:*"


* Saturday, May 3 | Infinity Project - Journey Tribute [ https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=241464 ] | GRC | 7:30PM
* Saturday, May 10 | The ABBAGraphs [ https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=241467 ] | GRC | 7:30PM
* Friday, May 16 | Duende Libre [ https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=241468 ] | PCA | 7:30PM



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Microcosms WRVM

*White River Valley Museum [ https://www.wrvmuseum.org/the-museum ]*
918 H St SE, Auburn, WA 98002

*Exhibition:*
MICROCOSMS: The Photography of George L. Kinkade [ https://www.wrvmuseum.org/exhibits-entry/micrososms ]
*Dates*: February 12 - June 29, 2025

Explore the intimate and vast world of nature photographer George L. Kinkade. Kinkade was a local photographer and pioneering alpinist with a great and often poetic love of the natural world. The Museum owns the largest body of Kinkade’s work and will be displaying dozens of his most artistic pieces along with quotes from the photographer.

Stay tuned for family friendly activities to engage kids of all ages in their own microcosms!





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*MakerSpace [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/one.aspx?pageId=12529856 ]
*Auburn Community and Event Center | 910 9th St SE, Auburn, WA 98002

Visit the Auburn MakerSpace for activities geared toward all ages!

*Mommy & Me (Ages 2-6)*

Saturday, May 10 | Paint & Celebrate: Mothers Day Art Workshop for Families [ http://apm.activecommunities.com/auburnwa/Activity_Search/10085 ]* *

*Next Gen Crafters (Ages 10-13)*

Monday, June 2 | Vision Boards [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/auburnwa/activity/search/detail/9860?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]

*Adult Craft Night Out (Ages 14+)
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[ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/auburnwa/activity/search/detail/9494?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]Wednesday, May 21 | DIY Doormat Design [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/auburnwa/activity/search/detail/9870?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]
Wednesday, June 18 | Welcome Floral Porch Signs [ https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/auburnwa/activity/search/detail/9874?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true ]




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Downtown Auburn Plaza Plans

*EXCITING NEWS!
*We invite you to learn about the upcoming plans for Auburn Avenue Theater [ https://cdnsm5-hosted.civiclive.com/UserFiles/Servers/Server_11470554/File/City%20Hall/Public%20Works/Capital%20Projects/Downtown%20Improvements/2024_DowntownPlans_Theater_Park_Utilities.pdf ] and the surrounding downtown area, and follow the progress of the  downtown infrastructure, theater, and new park [ https://www.auburnwa.gov/cms/one.aspx?portalId=11470638&pageId=20093495 ]. 





*POSTMARK CENTER FOR THE ARTS
*20 Auburn Avenue, Auburn, WA 98002

*Gallery and Gift Shop Hours:*
Wednesdays 12-4PM
Thursdays 12-6PM
Fridays 12-4PM
Second Saturdays 12-4PM



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