April 25, 2014 [27]
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Community CALENDAR
the Board of Trustees meeting held from 5 - 6 p.m. on Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 848 S. 320th St., Federal Way. The final agenda with attachments will be posted on Friday at www.kcls.org.
April 25-26
May 1
RSBG 50th Anniversary Celebration: The 50th Anniversary of the Rhododendron Species foundation will be celebrated with a special event beginning at 10 a.m. April 25 and ending at 10 p.m. on April 26 at the Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden, 2525 S 336th St, Federal Way. This is not an event that any Rhododendron enthusiast will want to miss. Nor, in fact, should any serious gardener or horticulturist. From special internationally-acclaimed speakers to in-depth tours of the RSBG and the opportunity to talk with like-minded horticultural folks, the celebration will be memorable. Registration is required and those interested can contact info@rhodygarden.org.
April 26
Park Appreciation on Earth Day: Join your neighbors to help make Federal Way an even better place to live by beautifying our city parks from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 26, at Celebration Park, Steel Lake Park, Sacajawea Park or Saghalie Park. Bring rakes, shovels, loppers, clippers, gloves and friends. This is a family event with fun work for all ages. Individuals, as well as, groups of all sizes are welcome. For more information, contact Jason Gerwen at 253-8356962 or email Jason.gerwen@ cityoffederalway.com. Plant Sale: Marine Hills Garden Club will have a great assortment of annuals, perennials and natives for sale from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Saturday April 26 at 29301 7th Place South, Federal Way. Come early for best selection. For more information, contact Judy McDonald at 253-839-4413.
April 26-27
Book Sale: Great bargains on gently-used books, CDs, VHS and DVDs. Sale dates and times are as follows: Saturday, April 26 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday, April 27 from noon-5 p.m at the Federal Way Regional Library, 34200 First Way So. The money raised goes toward the many youth programs held at both of the Federal Way Libraries.
April 27
Kick Off Event: Re-elect Linda Kochmar, State House Representative, 30th District, Position 1 (R.) Come enjoy light refreshements and good friends from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, April 27, at Twin Lakes Golf and Country Club located at 3583 SW 320th St. Children are welcome. For more information, call 253-839-7419 or 253-640-0469. Sympathy Card Signing: Come and sign sympathy cards to send to the families affected by the tragedy of the Korean Sewol Ferry. Several cards will be available for residents to sign from 4 -8 p.m. on Sunday, April 27, at Albertsons, 31009 Pacific Highway S. For more information, contact John Wilde at pcojohn@yahoo.com or 206683-5619.
April 30
King County Library System Finance and Board of Trustees Meeting: Finance Committee meeting will begin at 4 p.m. with
National Day of Prayer: Small groups will gather for breakfast from 7-10 a.m. on Thursday, May 1, at Applebee’s Restaurant, 1801 S. 320th Ave., Federal Way, in conjunction with National Day of Prayer. Cost is $5. For more information, contact Christopher Stone at prayfederalway@gmail.com or 253-569-6901 or visit www. prayfederalway.com.
May 2
Surplus Sale: Federal Way Public Schools will host a surplus sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 2 at the old Nutrition Services facility, 1344 S. 308th St. in Federal Way. Items include furniture, books and miscellaneous kitchen items and equipment.
May 2-3
Pippin: Performance from 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. on Friday, May 2 and Saturday, May 3, at TJHS Little Theatre, 4248 S. 288th St., Auburn. Cost is $11, general admission, $9 seniors 55 and older. For more information contact Kathie Thornton at kathie.thornton@gmail.com or 206-930-1470.
May 3
Spring Bazaar/Fundraiser: The 3rd annual Team Angels Abreast fundraiser/Spring Bazaar will be held from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 3, at 34507 Pacific Highway S. Ste. #1 (Across from Secoma Lanes Bowling Center) in Federal Way. Event will include a bake sale, BBQ, commercial vendors, such as Pampered Chef, Mary Kay and Scentsy. Local crafters Linny’s Designs, Dave’s Outdoor Furniture, At My Cousin’s House, Lynnanne’s Pickles and more. Great Mother and Father’s Day gifts and raffle drawings throughout the event. Funds raised will go toward cancer research to find a cure for breast cancer and mammograms for those who cannot afford them.
May 5
Cinco de Mayo: Join Roger Freeman from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on May 5 at the Hampton Suites & Hotel, 31720 Gateway Center Blvd. S. for a Cinco de Mayo Community Gathering. There will be community speakers, live music and fun for kids, family and friends. Call 360786-7830 for more information.
May 6
MSC Open House: Tour our Federal Way facility from 5-7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 6, at 1200 S. 336th St. and learn more about the programs offered by MSC throughout South King County. Staff from all programs will share how support helps people in the community with Housing – Education and Employment, Energy and Emergency Assistance, Food – Advocacy for Elders and the Disabled in Long Term Care. Hear from MSC CEO Robin Corak and Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell about how to make a difference in helping those in need throughout the community. Light refreshments provided. For more information or to RSVP, contact Le Ann Taylor at 253.835.7678, ext. 104 or rsvp@mschelps.org.
May 8
Pepper Spray for Defense: This free workshop from 7-9 p.m. on Thursday, May 8, will be held at Brooklake Community Church, 629 South 356th St, Federal Way. In this informative seminar and demonstration (no pepper spray will be discharged), learn how lethal force is a last resort to protect innocent life, having a non-lethal alternative, pepper spray safety rules. For more information, contact Chad Hiatt at chad@hiattonline.com or 206-396-3190. Mastering Recycling Class: Have you ever wondered whether or not an item was recyclable? From 6–8 p.m. on Thursday, May 8, at Federal Way City Hall, 33325 8th Ave S., come learn about the new rules of curbside recycling and beyond. This class will reveal why you don’t have to look at the numbers on plastics, why the rules keep changing and why different things are recyclable in different cities. Attendees are encouraged to bring questions and any items that cause recycling confusion. Door prizes include a $50 gift card and a model garbage truck, courtesy of Waste Management. For more information, e-mail recycle@cityoffederalway.com or call 253.835.2771.
May 9-11
Pippin: Performance from 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. on Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May 10, and 2 p.m. 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 10, and Sunday May 11, at TJHS Little Theatre, 4248 S 288th St., Auburn. Cost is $11 for general admission and $9 for seniors 55 and older. For more information, contact Kathie Thornton at kathie.thornton@gmail.com or 206-930-1470.
May 10-11
Mother’s Day at PowellsWood: Visit PowellsWood Garden from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mother’s Day weekend, May 10-11, with your mother or child and share the magic of this remarkable garden. Garden is located at 430 S. Dash Point Rd., in Federal Way. Entrance is $5 for adults and children under 12 are free. Together explore the updated grounds and garden features via a new self-guided tour. Relax and visit in the Garden Room where tea, scones, lemonade, and cookies will be available for purchase from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Musical entertainment will be available both days. For more information, contact Kristine Dillinger at admin@powellswood.org or 253-529-1620. Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden: Each year, in honor of our mothers, we offer a beautiful plant that represents all that we love about our mothers. 2014’s selection is Rhododendron ‘Wine and Roses,’ an extraordinarily beautiful foliage and floral plant that is unavailable elsewhere in the U.S. Check out this unique plant in our Garden Nursery, as well as a wide variety of companion plants, including native species and plants grown from seeds collected in Asia. Enjoy music and food in the garden on Mother’s Day weekend, May 10 and 11 as you relax on the beautiful Rutherford Conservatory Terrace and stroll the garden with your mom. Located at 2525 S. 336th St., Federal Way. General admission $8; seniors $5; free for childdren under 12, active and retired military personnel, RSBG members, and Weyerhaeuser employees.
Ongoing
Amputee Advocates: Amputees
and their supporters gather to offer support, share research, challenges and solutions. Group meets from 7-8 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month in the education room at St. Francis Hospital, located at 34515 9th Ave S. No meetings during June, July or August. For more information, contact Dan Huntley at 253-921-7978 or djmhuntley@ comcast.net or Jay Weil at 206595-3859 or jweil1938@msn.com. Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden: The blooming world-class garden is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday at 2525 S. 336th St. Admission is $8 for adults, $5 for seniors/students, free for ages 12 and under. Contact info@rhodygarden.org or (253) 838-4646. Clothing donations: The MultiService Center Clothing Bank in Federal Way is in need of clothing donations for all members of the family. Contact (253) 838-6810.
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