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AUTHENTIC INDIAN cuisine

East India Grill delivers authentic, savory cuisine Federal Way Mirror

East India Grill has established a reputation as one of the best ethnic restaurants in Federal Way and the region.

Owner and food guru Kabal Gill, with three-plus decades of restaurant experience, has a genuine passion for cooking. He is all about sharing the love. Diners at East India Grill can watch the kitchen action via TV monitor.

He enjoys showing people how to cook Indian food at home. Each week, Gill shares his mouth-watering

recipes in a cooking class where the seats fill up fast.

At one class, he whipped up a batch of chicken tikka masala from scratch. This is one of the most popular dishes in Indian cuisine. As the number-one restaurant meal in the United Kingdom, chicken tikka masala has even been called "a true British national dish."

Throughout this recent cooking class, attendees sniffed concoctions like curry mixed with cinnamon, or a garlic-ginger mashup. His house-blended spices tickled noses and

cleared sinuses with their intoxicating aroma. Guests sampled Gill's custom-crafted chai tea while watching the action.

Less than an hour later, dishes of steaming chicken tikka masala were served alongside either rice or warm garlic naan, a type of soft bread cooked in a clay oven. The naan was perfect for sopping up the savory sauce. The tender chunks of chicken bursted with wellbalanced flavors.

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COOKING CLASSES EVERY SATURDAY 3:30 – 4:45 PM

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To register visit www.eastindiagrillwa.com or call (253) 529-9292

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ON THE BEACH AT DASH POINT

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Our New Menu is priced to enjoy every night of the week.

The contemporary American cuisine and the casual waterfront environment make the Lobster Shop a one of a kind destination.

Come in as you are.

Take a stroll on the dock before or after dinner.

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the perfect introduction for newcomers to Indian food. It is offered on East India Grill's daily lunch buffet, which stands apart from typical buffets because of its high-quality made-from-scratch approach. The lamb curry is fall-off-thebone tender, while mushroom and lentil dishes will satisfy the vegetarian palate.

Other tasty items include little fritters called vegetable pakoras, as well as tandoori chicken, which pops in the palate with bold roasted flavors.

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• East India Grill is located at 31845 Gateway Center Blvd S. in Federal Way (near I-5 and South 320th Street). The restaurant is open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. seven days a week. Aside from a daily lunch buffet, the restaurant has a full menu with appetizers, entrees and desserts.

• Cooking classes run 3:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. Saturdays. Cost is $20, and registration is recommended. Call (253) 529-9292 or visit www.eastindiagrillwa.com.

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Mayor Skip Priest welcomes you to Federal Way

WELCOME TO FEDERAL WAY! Whether you’re in town for a short stay, or have recently moved here, Federal Way offers the best of Puget Sound: a familyfriendly community on the shores of Puget Sound, with a rich menu of recreational and cultural activities, and easy access to regional destinations.

Featuring eight miles of spectacular Puget Sound waterfront, Federal Way is Skip Priest centrally located in southwestern King is mayor of County. Situated 25 miles south of downFederal Way. town Seattle and eight miles north of Contact: skip.priest@ downtown Tacoma, the city occupies apcityoffederalway.com

proximately 22 square miles on a plateau between Puget Sound and the Green River Valley.

Federal Way is strategically located as a major Puget Sound growth center, and is home to Fortune 500 corporations, regional and national companies, and innovative local businesses. Federal Way Public Schools offer outstanding, innovative education and features four high schools on the Washington Post’s annual list of America’s best high schools.

Federal Way’s landscape features stunning views of Puget Sound and other iconic natural features, including snowtopped mountain ranges to the west and east. Mount Rainier, the fifth-highest mountain in the lower 48 states, dominates the skyline, rising to 14,411 feet above Natural & Organic sea level. Mount Rainier is close enough since 1976! for a day trip, finishing up with dinner at •Full Service Deli one Federal Way’s fine restaurants.

•Homestyle Soups You’ll have plenty to do in town, how•Salad Bar ever, as the city offers a full variety of rec•Homemade Desserts •Groceries reational venues, ranging from over 1,000 •Body Care acres of developed parks, open space •Supplements and trails to Washington’s only theme •Gifts park, Wild Waves. Federal Way boasts 253.839.0933 natural and botanical attractions without

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Federal Way Farmers Market The Federal Way Farmers Market runs 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays from May through October at The Commons Mall’s southwest corner parking lot, near South 324th Street and Pacific Highway South (behind Sears). More than 70 vendors set up shop at the market. Vendors offer everything from fresh flowers and locally-grown produce to gardening information and snacks. The market is trying to expand its presence in the community, and hopes to do so with two separate Fun Runs in August. Organizers may bring back a mid-week evening farmers market this summer.

The market’s signature event, a charity chili cook-off between Federal Way police and South King Fire and Rescue, is tentatively slated for Sept. 29.

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par: the world-famous Pacific Rim Bonsai Collection and the Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden, on the verdant Weyerhaeuser Company campus; stunning PowellsWood Garden; Dash Point State Park, featuring both forested trails and saltwater beaches; the West Hylebos Wetlands Park, offering a walk through the old-growth wilderness right in the heart of the city.

The city’s natural attractions are complemented by superb cultural organizations and venues. With the Federal Way Symphony Orchestra, Centerstage Theatre, Federal Way Chorale, Aria Dance Company, Jet Cities Chorus, and many other performance groups, residents and visitors alike enjoy first-class cultural offerings almost every week of the year.

Festivals reflecting the community’s diversity and cultural activities are offered year- round with the Buds and Blooms Festival, World Championship of Sand Sculpting, Slavic Cultural Festival, Han Woo-Ri Northwest Korean Sports and Cultural Festival, Summer Stock Festival, Fourth of July Red, White and Blues Festival, Saturday Farmers Market and much more.

The city is also a regional hub for amateur sports, boasting the acclaimed soccer and softball complex at Celebration Park and the city’s crown jewel – the Weyerhaeuser-King County Aquatic Center, home to regional, national and international aquatics competitions since its construction in 1990 for the Goodwill Games.

With a full range of attractions, activities, dining, shopping and beautiful neighborhoods, when you’re in Federal Way, as our motto says, it’s all within reach!

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BEST OF FEDERAL WAY 2012

From restaurants and shopping to salons and yoga, here is a selection of readers’ picks for the Best of Federal Way. Barista/Location • Maria Kuehlthau and Kelsey Pyper, Marista’s: 1301 S. 320th St. (253) 941-4051.

• Emma Gremer, Starbucks: 2032 S. 320th St. (253) 529-3934.

Bartender/Location • Bart Henning, Puerto Vallarta Twin Lakes: 2002 SW Campus Drive, (253) 874-4029.

• Scott Blanco, Time Out Ale House: 34525 16th Ave. S., (253) 838-0086.

• Pete Houillon, Billy McHale’s: 1800 S. 320th St., (253) 839-4200.

Bar/Night Club • Muckleshoot Casino: 2402 Auburn Way S., Auburn, (800) 804-4944.

• Scoreboard Pub: 1200 S. 324th St., (253) 8394791.

• Puerto Vallarta Family Mexican Restaurants: 35105 Enchanted Pkwy. S., #G103, and 2002 SW Campus Drive. (253) 835-5802.

Movie Theatres • Gateway Movies 8: 2501 South Gateway Center Boulevard, Federal Way. Affordable prices and selections for entire family. (253) 946-9224.

• Century 16 Movie Theatre: Located in The Commons Mall at South 320th Street and Pacific Highway South. (800) 326-3264.

Local arts groups • Centerstage Theatre: Visit centerstagetheatre. com or call (253) 661-1444 for info on tickets and

shows.

Federal Way Symphony: Visit federalwaysymphony.org or call (253) 529-9857 for info on tickets and shows.

• Jet Cities Chorus: Visit jetcities.org or call (253) 847-3749 for info on tickets and shows.

Discount stores/clothing/shopping • Walmart: 34520 16th Ave. S. (near I-5 and SR 18) and 1900 S. 314th St. (253) 941-9974.

• Costco: 35100 Enchanted Parkway S. (253) 8743652.

• Ross Dress for Less: 32075 Pacific Highway S. (253) 941-2122.

• The Commons Mall: Located at 1900 S. Commons (South 320th Street and Pacific Highway South). (253) 941-4230. The mall includes Macy’s, Sears and Target.

Grocery, beer and wine • Trader Joe’s: 1758 South 320th St. (253) 9416138.

• Fred Meyer: 33702 21st Avenue SW. (253) 9520100.

• WinCo Foods: 160 SW Campus Drive. (253) 838-7109.

• 99 Bottles (beer store): 35002 Pacific Highway S. (253) 838-2558.

• Safeway: 1207 S. 320th St. (253) 839-8503.

Chiropractor • Summers Chiropractic & Massage: 2201 SW 356th St. #A, Federal Way. (253) 838-1441.

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• Dupont Chiropractic Center: 32123 1st Ave. S., Suite A4, Federal Way. (253) 874-5008.

• Wolf Chiropractic: 1010 S. 336th St., #102, Federal Way. (253) 838-7300.

Day spa/hair salon • 8th Day Spa: 34029 Hoyt Road SW, #B, Federal Way. (253) 838-8329.

• MeMe & Company: 32225 Pacific Highway South #205. (253) 941-7508.

• Twin Lakes Hair Salon: 2126 SW 336th St., Federal Way. (253) 927-7563.

• Gene Juarez Salon and Spa: 2222 S. 314th St. (253) 839-4338.

Yoga • Hot Yoga: 31839 South Gateway Center Plaza.

(253) 528-0880.

• Three Trees Yoga & Healing Arts Center: 204 S. 348th St., #2. (253) 815-9642.

• Bamboo Asana Yoga: 900 S. 336th St. (253) 7373930.

Asian food • Indochine Seafood and Satay Bar: 31406 Pacific Highway S. (253) 529-4214.

• Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse: 1404 S. 320th St. (253) 839-4352.

• Garden Korean Cuisine: 1636 S. 312th St. (253) 941-2483.

Bakery • Great Harvest Bread Co.: 1770 S. 320th St. (253) 529-2177.

• Panera Bread: 2107 S. 320th St. (253) 839-2499.

Barbecue • Billy McHale’s: 1800 S. 320th St., (253) 839-4200.

• Jimmy Mac’s Roadhouse: 34902 Pacific Highway S. (253) 874-6000.

• Pitmasters: 1610 S. 341st Place. (253) 835-1901.

Brunch/Breakfast • Black Bear Diner: 32065 Pacific Highway S. (253) 945-8332.

• Salty’s: 28201 Redondo Beach Drive South, Des Moines. (253) 946-0636.

• Poverty Bay Coffee Company: 1108 S. 322nd Place (behind Safeway). (253) 945-0012.

Buffet • Old Country Buffet: 1816 S. 320th St. (253) 8399207 • Mika Japanese Buffet: 1426 S. 324th St., Suite 201 (just off Pac. Highway South). (253) 8399988 • East India Grill: 31845 Gateway Center Blvd.

S. (near I-5 and South 320th Street). (253) 5299292.

Caterer • Café Pacific: (253) 852-0135.

• Caveman Kitchen: (253) 854-1210.

• 3 Chicks Catering: (253) 475-8333.

Coffee/Latte/Mocha • Poverty Bay Coffee Company: 1108 S. 322nd Place (behind Safeway). (253) 945-0012.

• Starbucks: 2032 S. 320th St. (253) 529-3934.

• Marista’s: 1301 S. 320th St. (253) 941-4051.

Deli/Sandwich • Subway: 1646 Dash Point Rd. (253) 838-4385.

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• 3 Dog Deli: 35425 21st Ave. SW. (253) 8383370.

• Poverty Bay Coffee Company: 1108 S. 322nd Place (behind Safeway). (253) 945-0012.

Family • Red Robin: 2233 S. 320th St. (253) 946-8646.

• Black Bear Diner: 32065 Pacific Highway S. (253) 945-8332.

• IHOP: 178 Southwest Campus Drive. (253) 6617300.

Hamburger • Fatburger: 1507 S. 348th St. (253) 835-0582.

• Red Robin: 2233 S. 320th St. (253) 946-8646.

• Burger Express: 32805 Pacific Highway S. (253) 874-2701.

Ice cream • SubZero: 31653 Pacific Highway S. (next to Best Buy). (253) 941-3248.

• Cold Stone Creamery: 2430 S. 319th Place (Gateway Center). (253) 839-9400

• Baskin Robbins: 31434 Pacific Highway S. (253) 839-2550.

Indian food • East India Grill: 31845 Gateway Center Blvd.

S. (near I-5 and South 320th Street). (253) 5299292.

• Indochine Seafood and Satay Bar: 31406 Pacific Highway S. (253) 529-4214.

Italian food • Vince’s: 32411 Pacific Highway S. (253) 8391496.

• Olive Garden: 35030 Enchanted Parkway South.

(253) 815-1375.

• Gino’s Bistro: 4624 SW 320th St. (253) 815-1215.

Mexican food • Azteca: 32015 23rd Ave. S. at The Commons Mall. (253) 839-6693.

• Puerto Vallarta Family Mexican Restaurants: 35105 Enchanted Pkwy. S., #G103, and 2002 SW Campus Drive. (253) 835-5802.

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Pizza • Round Table Pizza: 34520 16th Avenue S. (253) 941-4000.

• The Rock: 34817 Enchanted Parkway S. (253) 835-7625.

• Pizza Hut: 35503 21st Avenue SW. (253) 9277400.

Seafood • Salty’s: 28201 Redondo Beach Drive South, Des Moines. (253) 946-0636.

• McGrath’s: 1911 S. 320th St., at The Commons Mall. (253) 839-5000.

• Red Lobster: 2006 S. 320th St. (253) 941-6162.

Steakhouse • Black Angus Steakhouse: 2400 S. 320th St. (253) 839-8370.

• Outback Steakhouse: 2210 S. 320th St. (253)

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• Federal Way Community Center: From pickleball matches and bridge games to art classes and road trips, the Federal Way Community Center is a premier recreational hub for local seniors. Seniors can drop by the center, 876 S. 333rd St., any day of the week for social activities or a hot lunch. Membership at the center is an option, but not required to enjoy many of the payas-you-go recreational opportunities, most of which cost a dollar or two. The center hosts free monthly seminars on topics such as finances, health, driver safety and se- Voted Best Jewelry Store! nior rights. In addition, more than 250 seniors take advantage of the SilverSneakers fitness program. Contact the center at (253) 835-6925 or visit itallhappenshere.org.

• King County Aquatic Center: Located at 650 SW Campus Drive in Federal Way, JEWELERS • GEMOLOGISTS • GOLDSMITHS the center is open to the public for lap swims, family swims, swimming lessons and more. The recreational pool is available to rent for private events. Contact the pool Expert Jewelry & Watch office for more details on pricing and reservations at (206) 296-4444. This 2,500-seat Repair facility maintains one of the most active competition schedules in the country, hostRings & Fine Jewelry ing more than 50 events annually.

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When the Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center was constructed for the 1990 Seattle Goodwill Games, everyone involved knew that Federal Way had something special.

“In a lot of ways, we’re better than when we opened up,” facility manager Mike Dunwiddie said.

The world-class facility will be on the national stage once again when the 2012 United States Olympic Diving Trials roll through Federal Way June 17-24. More than 100 of the nation’s best divers will vie for 16 spots on the 2012 U.S. Olympic Team in London. The Trials will include men’s and women’s individual events in 3- and 10-meter competitions, plus men’s and women’s synchronized events at both heights. The Aquatic Center also played host to the same event in 2000.

The 2012 trials are expected to bring $3.5 million to Federal Way, mostly through lodging rentals. They will get national television coverage on NBC,

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which increases the nation’s awareness of Federal Way, Dunwiddie said.

But the Olympic trials are just then latest in a plethora of national and international competitions that have called the King County Aquatic Center home over the last 22 years.

Annually, the facility hosts three or four high-profile events and many smaller happenings. To illustrate the high-level competitions that call Federal Way home, all you have to do is look at the 2012 calendar. Aside from the diving trials, the King County Aquatic Center also hosted both the boys and girls state high school championships, the state Special Olympics Swimming Championships, the Pacific Coast Swimming Invitational, the Pacific Northwest Masters Swim Meet and the NCAA Division I Men’s Swimming and Diving Championships, just to name a few.

“The Aquatics Center is probably among the top four such venues in the country,” said Patrick Doherty, director of economic development.

The design keeps it competitive. The facility accommodates swimming, synchronized swimming, diving and water polo.

The facility’s equipment also gives it a leg-up on the competition. The Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center was the first in the country to feature horns under each starting block, Dunwiddie said. The equipment ensures all swimmers hear the start signal at the same time during competition.

The water flow in the competition pool is also unique. It enters from the pool floor, causing less interference with swimmers’ speed. A massive state-of-theart scoreboard, displaying competitors’ times while they’re racing, hangs prominently at the end of the pool. Recently, the overhead lighting system was modified so it can be turned on and off quickly, allowing the use of specialized lighting, like spotlights. This type of attraction is old news for sports like basketball, but it’s up-and-coming to aquatic sports, Dunwiddie said.

Weyerhaeuser donated the land before the facility was constructed back in 1990 and the Seattle Goodwill Games Committee donated $5 million. And an $8.8 million King County bond helped make the facility a reality.

The Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center is open to the public for open swim, pool exercise, family swim, lessons and lap swim. A membership is not required. General admission ranges from $3.25 to $5, not including exercise classes, pool passes or rentals. For more information and a schedule, visit www.kingcounty. gov/recreation/parks/wkcac.aspx.

The 2,500-seat facility maintains one of the most active competition schedules in the country, hosting more than 50 events annually, which has been a big economic boon for Federal Way and the surrounding community.

The Goodwill Games went well and the Aquatic Center hasn’t looked back since.

Upwards of 200 world records have been broken in the facility’s competition pool.

But the competition to attract this type of event is getting tougher, Doherty said. For competitions like the 2012 NCAA Men’s Swimming and Diving Championships, local swim clubs and universities often compete to host.

When the University of Washington and Seattle Sports Commission couldn’t cover this year’s cost to bring the championships to the Puget Sound region, Federal Way offered $10,000 to entice them into making the Aquatic Center the competition’s host.

“Big events like this, you essentially sort of bid for them,” Doherty said.

The money is being used to market the event and came from the city’s Lodging Tax fund, which is used to attract tourism, Doherty said.

The move paid off, and while it is uncertain exactly how many visitors are in town to watch the swimming and diving competition, generally at least three spectators come out to support each participant, Doherty said. Several of these people will stay through the night at a local hotel, he said. Even more have spent their money on food, gas and necessities while visiting Federal Way, Doherty said. The average visitor staying overnight in Federal Way will conservatively spend $75, Doherty said.

Each person coming for a day trip will spend about $40, he said.

“They are here spending money and just being part of our economy,” Doherty said.

• Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden: The world-renowned non-profit garden pays colorful homage to hundreds of rhododendron species. It also features complementary plants such as himalayan poppies, along with trails and a stumpery (garden area made from parts of dead trees) that rivals Prince Charles’ famous stumpery in Britain. The garden is open year-round from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday at 33663 Weyerhaeuser Way S. Admission is $8 general, $5 seniors and students, free for children under 12 and military. To learn more, call (253) 838-4646 or visit www.rhodygarden.org.

• Pacific Rim Bonsai Collection: Located next to the Rhododendron Botanical Species Garden, the Pacific Rim Bonsai Collection is open to the public 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday all year. Admission is free. Bonsai is an ancient Japanese art involving miniature trees that are grown in containers and “trained” to take on a certain shape.

The garden is located on the Weyerhaeuser campus at 33663 Weyerhaeuser Way S. Plenty of free parking is available. To learn more, call The trail at West Hylebos Wetlands Park offers a (253) 924-5206.

• PowellsWood: This 3-acre private garden in Federal Way features quiet nature getaway in Federal Way. eight “rooms” graced with nearly 1,000 varieties of trees, flowering shrubs and plants. Walking paths, a meandering stream, and a pond blend gently into the groves and ravines of Redondo’s historic upper Cold Creek watershed. PowellsWood is at 430 S. Dash Point Road, Federal Way. Admission is $5 for adults and free for children 12 and under. Contact Shawn Thomas at admin@powellswood.org or (253) 529-1620 or visit www.powellswood.org.

The 120-acre West Hylebos Wetlands Park, located at 411 S. 348th St., is a protected wetlands area.

The park is home to several species of plant and animal wildlife. More than 100 bird species frequent the park. Frogs, squirrels and other critters can also be The David T. Denny Cabin is located at the West Hylebos Wetlands found. Twenty-seven species of moss, 37 species of Park on South 348th Street, just west of Pacific Highway South. The lichen, 30 fungi and six liverwort species are located cabin, measuring 21 square feet and two in the park. stories, was built in 1889 for Seattle pioneer The West Hylebos Wetlands Park can best be David Denny. He was one of the county’s seen by walking the park’s path system. The board- earliest pioneers and a successful businesswalk, placed by Friends of the Hylebos, was redone man who helped to bring growth and prosin 2008. Educational signs about the wildlife are scat- perity to the region. The cabin was Denny’s real estate office and was located west of tered along the weaving wood path.

The park is open from dawn to dusk every day. what is now the Seattle Center. The twoParking and admission are free. The boardwalk is story log cabin was moved from Seattle to Federal Way in 1966 as a promotional wheelchair accessible and a typical walk through the attraction. After decades of effort, the Hispark takes approximately 90 minutes. Pets are not torical Society of Federal Way opened the allowed and guests are asked to stay on designated cabin for public viewing at the entrance of paths. Tours of the park are self-guided. the West Hylebos Wetlands Park. Visit www.

To learn more, visit hylebos.org. federalwayhistory.org.

West Hylebos Wetlands Park:

Federal Way’s hidden jewel

Denny Cabin: A slice of Puget Sound history

Publisher Rudi Alcott | Editor Andy Hobbs | Advertising Mary Lou Goss Cindy Ducich | Design Marcie Shannon Federal Way Mirror is published every Friday. | Contact us at: Federal Way Mirror, 31919 1st Ave. S., Suite 101, Federal Way, WA 98003 | 253.925.5565 | federalwaymirror.com Supplement to the Federal Way Mirror, Explore is a special section published annually by the Federal Way Mirror.

Extra copies are available at City Hall, the Federal Way Chamber of Commerce or at the Mirror’s office.

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33650 Sixth Avenue

South, Suite 100

WE HAVE 57 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN A COMFORTABLE, DOWN-HOME ATMOSPHERE.

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1727 South 316th Street

60 Billy McHale’s

1800 S 320th St

62 Marlene’s Market

2565 S Gateway Center

Plaza

63 Branches Garden

Center

3909 S 320th St

64 Azteca

32015 23rd Ave S

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at Federal Way

1928 S Commons

77 Three Trees Yoga

204 S 348th St # 2

66 Applebee’s

1801 S 320th Ave

78 Banner Bank

34600 Pacific Hwy S

67 Elliott Bay Sauna

32510 Pacific Hwy S

79 Secoma Lanes

34500 Pacific Hwy S

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32225 Pacific Hwy S #205

80 Eagle Tire & Automotive

1515 S 344th St

Schedule your own appointment 24 hours a day at

Appointments@MeMeAndCompany.com

69 Black Bear Diner 32065

Pacific Hwy S

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34410 16th Ave S

83 99 Bottles

35002 Pacific Hwy S

84 Jimmy Mac’s Roadhouse

34902 Pacific Hwy S

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#170

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2201 SW 356th St

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2012 S 320th St., Suite H

61 East India Grill

31845 Gateway Center

Blvd. S

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PHONE NUMBERS TO KNOW • Emergencies: 911 (800) 562-8109. Sound Transit, (888) 889-6368.

• Federal Way police (non-emergency): (253) 835-6700 • South King Fire and Rescue (non-emergency): (253) 946-7248 • Puget Sound Energy (power, utilities, gas): (888) 225-5773 • Lakehaven Utility District (water/sewer): (253) 941-1516 • Waste Management (garbage): (800) 592-9995 • Recycling: (253) 835-2771 • Comcast: (877) 824-2288 • St. Francis Hospital: (253) 838-9700 • Bus service: King County Metro, (800) 542-7876. Pierce Transit,

• Federal Way Public Schools: (253) 945-2000 • Federal Way City Hall: (253) 835-7000 • Federal Way Chamber of Commerce: (253) 838-2605 • Federal Way Mirror newspaper: (253) 925-5565 • Federal Way Community Center: (253) 835-6900 • Federal Way Senior Center: (253) 838-3604 • Libraries: Federal Way Regional, 34200 1st Way S., (253) 8383668. Federal Way 320th, 848 S. 320th St., (253) 839-0257.

Free shuttle service for Federal Way seniors, and the disabled Senior Services introduced a new van service in Federal Way for seniors ages 55 and older and people with disabilities of all ages.

The Hyde Shuttles offer free door-todoor service throughout the Federal Way city limits, transporting riders to the Federal Way Community Center, grocery shopping, the library, bank, to visit a friend, cultural and social activi-

ties, medical appointments, and any local errands.

Riders register for service by phone.

There is no application to fill out or in-person eligibility screening. Riders may request service up to 30 days in advance and same-day service on a space available basis. The shuttles are lift-equipped for people who have difficulty using stairs or use a mobility aid.

Hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The shuttles are free, although donations are accepted.

Senior Services operates the Hyde Shuttles in partnership with King County Metro. To request a ride or learn more, call (206) 727-6262.

The transportation program has 30 shuttles on the road successfully serving other communities in King County.

Entertainment • Jazz Live at Marine View: Free all-ages concerts are held at 5 p.m. the third Sunday of the month at Marine View, 8469 Eastside Drive NE, Tacoma. Concerts range from Sinatra tributes to full-flavor jazz fusion featuring hometown talent. Info: (253) 229-9206 or www.marineviewpc.org.

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• Federal Way Symphony: The Federal Way Symphony is a paid, professional orchestra and choral society under the direction of Maestro A. Brian Davenport, its music director for more than 30 years. Each year, the Federal Way Symphony presents a season concert series, featuring music from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Modern periods, as well as special concerts and events: jazz, popular, choral, holiday and educational programs. Visit www.federalwaysymphony.org or call (253) 529-9857 for tickets.

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• Centerstage Theatre: Federal Way’s top professional theater company performs high-caliber shows at the Knutzen Family Theatre, 3200 SW Dash Point Road. Recent productions include “The Who’s Tommy,” “What the Butler Saw” and its traditional English Christmas panto, “Pinocchio.” Centerstage features “Wine with the Director,” where attendees can meet with the artistic director at 7 p.m. on the second Saturday of each production for a short presentation about the show.

Information: www.centerstagetheatre.com or (253) 661-1444.

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• Dining Rooms with Flatscreen TVs • Outdoor Patio • Free Banquet/Party Rooms Conveniently located next to Walmart Supercenter in Federal Way

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Metropolitan King County Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer works to make government more accountable.

Current Leadership Positions: • Chair of the Regional Policy Committee • Vice Chair of the Transportation, Economy and Environment Committee • Vice Chair of the Government Accountability and Oversight Committee • Member of the Committee of the Whole • Member of the King County Ferry District • Member of the King County Flood Control District • Sound Transit’s Board of Directors

King County Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer Serving the communities of Algona, Auburn, Black Diamond, Covington, Federal Way, Pacific, Kent, and Milton.

Previous Leadership Positions: • Chair of the Metropolitan King County Council • Chair of the Budget and Fiscal Management Committee • Washington State Senate • Chair of the Senate Committee on Financial Institutions & Insurance • Founding member, St. Francis Community Hospital Board of Trustees • Founding member, Federal Way Boys & Girls Club Board of Directors • Vice Chair of the State United States Olympic Committee of Washington • Former President of Federal Way Kiwanis Sign up for our eNewsletter at district7enews@kingcounty.gov

Frequently Requested Information: Assessor: 206-296-7300, www.kingcounty.gov/assessor Property tax assessment appeals: Board of Equalization: 206-296-3496 Senior/Disabled exemptions: 206-296-3920 Billing questions, copy of bill: 206-296-3850 Development & Environmental Services: 206-296-6600 www.kingcounty.gov/property/permits Zoning, subdividing and boundary lines, online permits, building/land use codes, Fire Marshall/ burn ban information, business licenses, and CAO

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King County ....................www.kingcounty.gov King County Executive ...206-296-4040 Elections information......206-296-VOTE

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4H Youth & Family .........206-205-3100 King Co. Parks .................206-296-8687 King Co. Public Health ..206-296-4600 Puget Sound Fresh ..........206-296-7824 District Court info ...........206-205-9200

Regional Animal Services: 206-296-PETS www.kingcounty.gov/safety/ regionalAnimalServices Vicious, lost, injured or found animals, loose livestock, shelter locations, pet licensing, spay/ neuter voucher program Road Services: 206-296-8100 (24 hours) Potholes, flooding, road project info, malfunctioning traffic lights on county roads Sheriff: 206-296-4155 www.kingcounty.gov/safety/sheriff Sex offender searches, accident reports, clearance letters, pistol licenses, crime prevention resources

Superior Court info .........206-296-9300 Traffic cams: http://info.kingcounty.gov/transportation/kcdot/ Roads/TrafficCameras/AllCameras/

Contacting District 7: Metropolitan King County Council: King County Courthouse, Room 1200 - 516 Third Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104 Tel: 206-296-1007 TTY/TDD: 206-296-1024 Fax: 206-296-0198 E-mail: pete.vonreichbauer@kingcounty.gov Web: www.kingcounty.gov/vonReichbauer/

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The Federal Way Crossings is one of several shopping complexes buzzing in the city.

The Crossings is located at South 348th Street and Pacific Highway South, just off the I-5 and SR 18 exit.

Looking for a good place to eat? The complex features restaurants like Jimmy Mac’s Roadhouse, Blue Island Sushi, Thai Bistro, Starbucks, McDonald’s, Quiznos, House Teriyaki Wok, Puerto Vallarta, Rock Wood Fired Pizza and Spirits, Fatburger, Panda Express, Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt and Jamba Juice.

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Largest theme park in the Pacific Northwest features Halloween and holiday attractions

The Wild Waves Theme Park features more than 60 attractions such as 20 waterslides — including the 50-foot Zooma Falls family raft ride, the Riptide, the Konga Lazy River and a 24,000-square-foot wave pool. Wild Waves is home to Washington’s biggest roller coaster, TimberHawk, and a steel roller coaster, The Wild Thing. Guests can catch live entertainment on Fridays and Saturdays, along with regular shows featuring rock music, summer beach music and doo-wop harmonies with comic flair.

The annual FrightFest — the amusement park’s Halloween extravaganza — runs Fridays through Sundays in October. A 5,500-square-foot haunted house, a children’s trick-or-treat zone and a maze are on the park’s grounds.

The 70-acre park opens in December for Holiday with Lights 2012. Check out your favorite rides, explore the glow of dazzling lights, visit Santa’s workshop, or enjoy the sounds of the season at one of the amazing entertainment shows.

Wild Waves Theme Park, 36201 Enchanted Parkway S., is located off Interstate 5 and can be accessed by the South 348th Street exit. The park will be open May 12 through Sept. 9. Season passes are available. General admission tickets are $39.99 plus tax, with discounts for youth, seniors, military and entry after 4 p.m. For ticket prices, parking information and hours of operation, call (253) 661-8000 or visit www.wildwaves.com. lights, visit Santa’s workshop, Show Times: June 29- SepShow Times: June 22 – SepNEW in 2012 or enjoy the sounds of the tember 3 12pm, 3pm, 5pm tember 3 1pm, 4pm, 6pm Sea Lion Splash Show: season at one of the amazing 7pm (Friday and Saturday The 20 minute show not High Dive Show: entertainment shows. Holiday only) only entertains but eduBack by popular demand, with Lights was last held at cates you about the natural Holiday with Lights: the daring and thrilling high the park in 2004 and to celbehavior of these incredible Come celebrate and experidive show returns this sumebrate the return of this popucreatures. The show features ence the magic of the holiday mer with an all new show lar family event, admission sea lions performing jumps, delivering acrobatic and thrill- season right in Federal Way. is included with the purchase backflips, front flips and even Ride your favorite rides, ing dives from as high as 75 of a 2012 Season Pass for its some fancy sea lion dancing. explore the glow of dazzling feet into a 10 foot deep pool. inaugural year back.

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French Lake Park is Federal Way’s only official off-leash dog park — and a popular haven for local dog owners.

Located at 31531 1st Avenue South (between South 320th Street and South 312th Street), the 10-acre fenced-in park opened as an off-leash dog park in summer 2005. The property had been informally used as an off-leash dog park since the 1990s.

The non-profit volunteer group Park Pals recently installed a drinking fountain for humans and dogs at French Lake Park. Another upcoming project involves the renovation of a large pond

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on the property. That project could include a waterfall with a pump that cleans and recirculates the pond’s water.

Backed by an eight-member board of directors, Park Pals has raised money for projects by selling bricks engraved with the names of pets and their owners. Volunteers will lay the bricks near two benches at the park.

To learn more, email president@parkpals.org or visit www.parkpals.org.

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34834 Weyerhaeuser Way South Open 9am - 4pm, Monday - Friday Guided Tours offered daily at 9:30am & 1:00pm www.worldvision.org/tours | 253.815.2555 | tours@worldvision.org World Vision is a Christian humanitarian organization dedicated to working with children, families, and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice.

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