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Mayor JIM FERRELL welcomes you to Federal Way

WELCOME TO FEDERAL WAY!

Whether you’re in town for a short stay, recently moved here, or are a long-time resident, Federal Way offers the best of Puget Sound: a family-friendly community on the shores of Puget Sound, with a rich menu of recreational and cultural activities, and easy access to regional destinations.

You’ll find plenty of fun things to do in town, starting with our first downtown park, the Town Square Park, which opens mid-July.

The park will feature a picnic area and gathering place, basketball courts, two full-sized Jim Ferrell is mayor of chess sets, a kids maze and lots of other fun Federal Way. activities.

Federal Way offers a full variety of recreContact: jim.ferrell@ ational options throughout the city, ranging cityoffederalway.com from more than 1,000 acres of developed parks, trails and open space to Washington’s only theme park, Wild Waves. Our community proudly hosts natural and botanical attractions without 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 oldgrowth wilderness right in the heart of the city.

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 sea level. Mount Rain-

ier is close enough for a day trip, finishing up with dinner at one of Federal Way’s fine restaurants.

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

Residents and visitors enjoy festivals reflecting the community’s diversity and cultural activities. Our annual Fourth of July Red, White and Blues Festival is the centerpiece of community activities, which also includes such events as the “Desna Cup” Slavic Cultural Festival, Summer Sounds at the Beach, the Saturday Farmers Market, the Wednesday Farmers Market at Town Square Park beginning in July, and many more.

The city is 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 opening for the 1990 Goodwill Games.

You’ll find a wealth of shopping options, from the centrally-located Commons mall, to shops of every size offering a range of goods and services located throughout the city. Restaurant fare is available in just about every cuisine imaginable, reflecting Federal Way’s diverse community and our taste in good food!

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

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Brook Lake Community Center, West Hylebos

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By Mirror Staff

The city of Federal Way recently acquired the five-acre Brook Lake Community Center property, which Mayor Jim Ferrell has referred to as one of the most important remaining historical sites in Federal Way. The property, which sits on the southeast corner of the West Hylebos Wetlands Park, was donated to the city.

The historical building on the site was built in the 1920s

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as the Wagon Wheel restaurant, which, over time, became a speakeasy, a brothel and for the last seven decades the community center. Brook Lake was also the site of the city’s first water district, sewer district, community club and library.

The city will work with the Historical Society of Federal Way, Friends of the Hylebos, the Federal Way school district and other organizations on the future uses of Brook Lake. The city will also preserve the building and seek historical register status.

Ferrell said the city will likely extend the West Hylebos Wetlands boardwalk to connect the 120-acre park with Brook Lake and Blueberry Farm.

The boardwalk loops through the bog and moss-coated woods. Tens of thousands of people visit the park each year, which is considered Federal Way’s hidden jewel. The park has been recognized as one of the state’s top nature areas.

The Brook Lake Community Center is located at 726 S. 356th St., Federal Way. West Hylebos Wetlands Park is located at 411 S. 348th St.

“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.”

Fred is popping up all over town again this year with books, games and food.

See where he’ll be at www.fwps.org.

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—Dr. Seuss, I Can Read With My Eyes Shut!

Federal Way has a myriad of interesting places to explore, activities to do and things to see.

But don’t take our word for it: Just ask the residents!

The Mirror asked our Facebook followers to tell us what they love about Federal Way. Here are some of their responses: • “I love the live sand dollars at Dash Point State Park, hearing the birds in the Hylebos and Wild Waves!”

Jeanette Brizendine-Jurgensen

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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 • Chair of the Government Accountability and Oversight Committee • Member of the Transportation, Economy and Environment 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 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

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

Visit our home page: kingcounty.gov/vonreichbauer

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

Regional Animal Services:

King County ....................www.kingcounty.gov King County Executive...206-263-9600 Elections information......206-296-VOTE

4H Youth & Family .........206-205-3100 King Co. Parks .................206-296-0100 King Co. Public Health ..206-296-4600 District Court info ...........206-205-9200

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: 206-477-1007 TTY/TDD: 206-296-1024 Fax: 206-296-0198 E-mail: pete.vonreichbauer@kingcounty.gov Web: www.kingcounty.gov/vonReichbauer/

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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

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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

Illegal Dumping/Junker Vehicle Hotline: 206-296-SITE Your complaint will be recorded and directed to the appropriate agency for follow-up.

Metro Transit: www.metro.kingcounty.gov ACCESS: 206-263-3113 Metro Transit Customer Service, Reduced Fares & Senior Discounts: 206-553-3000 Parcel viewer/iMap: www.kingcounty.gov/operations/GIS/Maps/ iMAP Detailed info about your property district

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Did you know that the Commons mall in Federal Way is tied to NBA legend Earvin “Magic” Johnson?

The mall received an assist in 2013 from an investment company whose partners include Johnson.

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Shopping sure to be a slam dunk

L.A.-based Canyon-Johnson Urban Funds agreed to help recapitalize and renovate the shopping center, which is owned by Steadfast Companies.

The Commons mall, at 783,299 square feet, is home to more than 100 retailers, eateries and services.

The mall is located at 1928 S. Commons in Federal Way, off Interstate 5 at Exit 143. For information, call 253-275-3303.

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Strolling through Federal Way

Whether you’re biking, hiking, running or walking your pooch, Federal Way offers many trails and parks. Here are some favorites: DASH POINT STATE PARK

Dash Point State Park is situated in the southwest quadrant of Federal Way and is a popular destination for water recreation. This 398-acre camping park features 3,301-feet of saltwater shoreline. The beach provides views of the Puget Sound and opportunities for sea-life study. The sandy beach at the park is a relaxing beach getaway.

The park has 114 standard campsites, one ADA standard campsite, 27 utility campsites, one year-round dump station, four restrooms and six showers.

Dash Point offers a group camp that accommodates up to 96 people. The camp includes 12 individual campsites that allow up to eight people and a small, central gathering area.

Dash Point is located at 5700 SW Dash Point Road, Federal Way. For information, call 360-902-8844.

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FEDERAL WAY BPA TRAIL

The 3.6 miles of paved pathway connects Celebration Park, downtown Federal Way and the southwestern neighborhoods. Near the trail’s mid-point, the West Campus Trail branches off as a 1-mile spur and provides access to other neighborhoods.

The trail is located between South 324th Street and Madrona Park in Federal Way.

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“I love that I don’t really need to leave my city for anything — movie theater, the Commons mall, lakes, Dash Point State Park and plenty of great restaurants and shops.”

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“The BPA trail, Hylebos, Celebration Park. We are fortunate to have so many places to get outside.”

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CELEBRATION PARK

The 83.5-acre park includes a children’s play structure, restroom, four lighted baseball fields and four lighted soccer fields. Trails and pathways also connect to the BPA Trails System.

Celebration Park is also a popular site for sledding and building snowmen in the winter.

The park is located at 1095 S. 324th St., Federal Way.

“The walk through the woods on the trail from Hoyt Road and 320th Street down to Dash Point!”

Michelle Burris

“Federal way is a great community to raise a family in. We have great schools and wonderful parks. My family loves to explore the West Hylebos Wetlands and play at Celebration Park and the Community Center.”

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STEEL LAKE PARK

This 52-acre park features 100 parking stalls, a beach, children’s play structure, concession building and five picnic areas. Steel Lake Park also includes horseshoe pits across the street, open lawn areas, a sand volleyball pit and swimming.

One of the most popular features for children is a Family Funland that opens on June 20, 2014. The structure includes the Ability Whirl toy made for wheelchair-bound children, which allows them to have a merry-goround experience with his or her caregivers.

There is a small boat launch at the park, which is located at 2410 S. 312th St., Federal Way.

FRENCH LAKE DOG PARK

This 10-acre off-leash dog park includes a walking trail and picnic areas.

The park is located at 31531 First Ave. S., Federal Way.

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Federal Way schools: District offers ‘hidden gems’ and programs

By CARRIE RODRIGUEZ and GREG ALLMAIN federal way mirror

Federal Way Public Schools has established a track record of innovation to ensure that each student graduates with the skills and knowledge to succeed.

The district recently made strides toward creating a “college-going culture” in its secondary schools, automatically enrolling students who pass the state’s standardized

tests in advanced academic programs. The district also pays for all students to take the PSAT, SAT and advanced program tests.

Some schools and programs within the district also serve as state models that draw students from across the district and beyond.

Decatur High School’s pre-engineering program

Way is all about.

“Everything in this class is cross-referenced with Common Core State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards,” Siegel said. “I’m hoping that these courses will be used as the state models for cross-course equivalency, so students can get math and science credit. This [classroom] is one that really stands out. The Career and Technical Education director here, Nancy Hawkins, does a tremendous job.”

According to information provided by the district, Decatur’s program started in 2008, with two sections taught by Smith.

Student demand quickly resulted in three more sections in 2009. According to Smith, the popularity of the program has continued to increase, and Decatur will be adding another class to accommodate the 140-plus students expected to enroll.

To learn more about Project Lead the Way, visit pltw.org.

Students shine at Federal Way Public Academy

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“Dot, dot, dot does not mean sarcasm,” said Federal Way Public Academy English teacher Mark Klumpsenhower, as he taught a classroom of seventh graders about the use of an ellipsis on a recent afternoon.

“It does not translate well into drama - if you want that, you can go online and find an emoticon. It means you left words out intentionally or you got interrupted.”

Students laughed as they took turns reading phrases on the whiteboard, including, “I am so cool” and “No … I am.”

In the hallway, a group of students in a drama class recited lines from the play “No One Calls Me Mutt Anymore,” while history students in another classroom learn about the beginnings of capitalism during a Socratic seminar.

Green leafy plants and wooden benches in an outdoor-like setting align the hallway to the main office. see SCHOOLS, PAGE 16

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Washington State Superintendent Randy Dorn was at Decatur High School on June 5 to visit the school’s Project Lead the Way program, a successful and increasingly popular “pre-engineering program.”

The program is led by instructor Sean Smith, who spent most of his career in the aerospace industry, in which he helped develop the Boeing 757. Smith described the program’s rigor and the challenges it presents students.

“We have a four-year program.

Introduction to Engineering and Design, Principles of Engineering, Aerospace Engineering and then we have a fourth year capstone project, kind of like what you’d see in college, called Engineering Design and Development,” Smith said in an interview

during Dorn’s visit.

Smith described each of the years, saying the first year is spent on teaching students “how an engineer thinks” and all of its related processes.

“We give them a project, they have to come up with a brainstorming session, which is where they struggle the most,” Smith said. “At the start of the year, I might say, ‘I want you to come up with three ideas,’ and they have a hard time getting it done. By the end of the year, they’ll have 15, 16, 17 ideas. So it really helps them think about the creative process and problem solving on their own.”

Students spend part of the first year learning a 12-step design process, Smith added.

“They learn to get their ideas on paper, they learn how to document their ideas through sketching,” he said. “They learn about how to create blueprints and how to read them … They really get to see an idea from paper to software to real life, to see if it really does work. So they print it, and if it doesn’t work, they realize there’s … a problem.”

The printing Smith referred to is 3D printing, the innovative and disruptive technology that’s been proliferating in recent years. Smith noted that in the second-year course, one of the projects they often do is creating C02-powered race cars printed from the 3D printer.

“Second year is a lot more physics. They build bridges, they take them to failure …

They also build mousetrap cars. We even do C02 cars, where they build them in Inventor and then print them off,” he said.

The third year, Smith said, is heavily focused on aerospace engineering, where students learn the physics of flight and how to create and design various components.

Decatur’s program is outfitted with a wind tunnel, so once again, students are able to get that taste of real-life engineering success or failure. Students also spend part of the third year learning about rocketry as well, where students take their knowledge of flight and try to apply it to rocketry, Smith added.

He said students are currently working on “intelligent vehicles” similar to the smart cars Google is in the process of designing, manufacturing and putting on the market.

“They’re programming robots. They give [the robots] a basic foundation and it does its own thing based on the code you wrote,” he said.

Shepherd Siegel, Director of School Engagement for Alaska and Washington for Project Lead the Way, said Decatur’s program is a model of what Project Lead the

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“People often learn about our school because they go online and see the scores,” said Kurt Lauer, who has been the school’s principal for 10 years.

Last year, for example, the school scored a first in the district: 100 percent of Federal Way Public Academy’s 10thgrade students met standard in four of five subjects; in the fifth, biology, 93.8 percent of the school’s 10th graders met standard.

The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction and the State Board of Education also recognized FWPA in 2013 for overall excellence. This award goes to schools whose overall two-year test score average puts them in the top 5 percent of schools statewide.

Compared to districtwide scores across all subjects over the past fourplus years, academy students in grades six through 10 far outscored their peers.

The school provides students a rigorous, challenging academic program. The school’s mission is to provide a college preparatory curriculum for students in grades six through 10. About 300 students attend the small school each year and are placed through the Choice Enrollment program via a lottery.

But Lauer said he “rarely speaks about scores that much. I’m not a big banner waver on test scores. I want students to do well, but we want students to learn the curriculum at a deeper level.”

He said the biggest results of student success show in what students do after they graduate. About 50 percent of students go into the International Baccalaureate program at Thomas Jefferson and 30 percent go into Running Start. Some students go on to Ivy League schools, including Harvard and Yale universities.

One reason why academy students are so successful is because the school’s curriculum is focused, Lauer said, noting teachers and students “dive deeply” into subjects.

“At Federal Way Public Academy, they don’t just meet the standards - they understand the standards,” said Tina Williamson, whose children Ryan and Kelly McCandless attend the school.

Ryan, a 9th grader, struggles in math and did not pass the End of Course exam in algebra last year. But his teachers have met with him after school and during lunch to “dive deep” into algebra to ensure that he grasps the concepts.

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along to be built."

But the city had, and continues to have, a vision for downtown Federal Way. It was time to act.

"I've been talking about this for well over 10 years now and I'm really excited about what I think will be a watershed moment in Federal Way's history," Ferrell said. "… One of the things I've noticed in 2010 and today is the sense of center. Most cities, be it Kirkland with their waterfront park or Olympia with Sylvester, most communities have this town square park in which everything emanates out from."

Ferrell was a part of the Federal Way City

Council when they purchased the land with 2005 funds set aside for the revitalization of downtown, but it was underutilized and inactive until now.

"It's something that I campaigned on in 2010 and this last [election]," he said. "This is a central component of my agenda — to activate our downtown." see

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Upon taking exit 143 from Interstate 5, drivers need only head west to find themselves smack dab in the middle of a busy commercial district with plenty of restaurants, retail outlets and shops to choose from.

But as of July 12, residents and visitors alike will be able to escape the bustle in busy downtown Federal Way with a trip to Town Square Park.

For those who've been to New York, think a Federal Way-sized version of Bryant Park.

"Bryant Park is really sort of a, what I've been referring to as, an urban public oasis," said Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell, adding that Town Square Park will compare.

While much smaller than Central Park, Bryant Park is a refuge from the tall buildings of New York City. It's home to a large carousel, a film festival, gardens, a chess area, ping pong and a grill and cafe.

Town Square Park — the first downtown park in the history of Federal Way — will include a large grass area for picnicking, playing and gathering for concerts and other events. Picnic benches and tables will be scattered throughout as two large humansized chess sets, accompanied by a maze and colorful labyrinth for children.

One full and two half-sized basketball courts will sit to the east and west of the large labyrinth, while an open area for a potential Farmers Market encompasses a large 15-to-20-foot tall Fraser tree for the holidays.

"I envision families and residents playing, walking and picnicking in our downtown park," Ferrell said. "When we do a Christmas tree lighting, get together for concerts or special events, this is the meeting place. This is going to be a place where people drive to instead of through."

The four-acre parcel will also include a parking lot, plenty of pedestrian access and several types of plants - Snap Dragons, Diamond Frost, and Purple Wood Sage, to name a few. A community garden, deemed a "cabbage and/or pea patch," will also be on the park grounds.

According to Ken Miller, the interim parks director with the city of Federal Way, the city has owned the park property since 2006-07.

"The idea was to get some development downtown and get some proposals," Miller said. "But in the last seven or eight years, nothing's happened. There were a few odds and ends but nothing's gone far enough

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Prior to becoming an empty parking lot, it was the home of an AMC movie theater.

Not only will the park give patrons a place to come, but the city expects it will be an economic driver as well.

The park is directly to the west of the Federal Way Transit Center and east of hotel Clarion.

It's near businesses such as 24 Hour Fitness, the Palace Korean Bar and Grill, Pac Island Grill, Big 5 Sporting Goods, TJ Maxx, DSW Designer

Ken Miller, city of Federal Way interim parks director

Show Warehouse, Old Country Buffet and Trader Joe's.

The newly-approved Performing Arts and Conference Center, which will hold 700 attendees, will strategically be to the north of the park.

"I think it's going to be a vibrant downtown park," Miller said. "The idea is to make it real colorful and attractive."

The park is located at cross streets 20th Avenue South and South 316th Street.

“What I find extraordinary and very appealing about Federal Way is the diversity of this community. This is reflected in our schools: Walk into Federal Way High School and look at the flags on the cafeteria walls, representing all the nationalities of the school’s students. These children already know about communicating and collaborating across language and cultural barriers; this enriches their lives today and will be an advantage that will serve them well for their entire lives. You have to love that.”

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Enjoy light meals, snacks, cold drinks and espresso at the Splash Cafe, located next to the pool area. Cafe tables display historical memorabilia, and an artist-designed fireplace is a popular gathering spot.

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This 2,500-seat facility maintains one of the most active competition schedules in the country, hosting more than 50 events annually. This includes the Pacific Coast Invitational June 7-8, the Soroptimists International Flag Day Ceremony on June 14 and the U.S. Synchronized Swimming Age Group Nationals from June 27 through July 5.

The aquatic center has served as the site of Olympic Trials, top national and international competitions and the region's premiere events.

The aquatic center is also open to the public for lap swims, family swims, swimming lessons and more.

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PHONE NUMBERS TO KNOW • Emergencies: 911

• Libraries: Federal Way Regional (253) 838-3668

• Federal Way police (non-emergency): (253) 835-6700

• Libraries: Federal Way 320th (253) 839-0257

• South King Fire and Rescue (non-emergency): (253) 946-7248

• Bus service: King County Metro, (800) 542-7876

• Puget Sound Energy (power, utilities, gas): (888) 225-5773

Pierce Transit, (800) 562-8109. Sound Transit, (888) 889-6368.

• Lakehaven Utility District (water/sewer): (253) 941-1516 • Waste Management (garbage): (800) 592-9995

• Federal Way Municipal Court: 253-835-3000 • Reach Out Homeless Winter Shelters: 253-854-0077

• Recycling: (253) 835-2771

• Multi-Service Center (food bank, human services): 253-838-6810

• Comcast: (877) 824-2288

• Fusion (housing assistance): 253-874-1257

• St. Francis Hospital: (253) 838-9700

• Domestic Abuse Women’s Network Crisis Line: 425-622-1881

• Federal Way Public Schools: (253) 945-2000

• Federal Way Goodwill: 253-946-0447

• Federal Way City Hall: (253) 835-7000 • Federal Way Chamber of Commerce: (253) 838-2605

• King County Housing Authority: 206-574-1100

• Federal Way Mirror newspaper: (253) 925-5565

• The Auburn Food Bank: 253-833-8925

• Federal Way Community Center: (253) 835-6900

• Des Moines Area Food Bank: 206-878-2660

• Federal Way Senior Center: (253) 838-3604

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PACIFIC BONSAI MUSEUM AND RHODODENDRON SPECIES BOTANICAL GARDEN These must-see side by side botanical exhibits are located on the Weyerhaeuser campus.

The Pacific Bonsai Museum is an outdoor museum of living art, featuring bonsai elegantly displayed in a beautiful woodland setting. The collection includes more than 100 bonsai from China, Canada, Japan, Korea, Taiwan and the U.S. Sixty bonsai are displayed at a time, which allows for a variety of trees to be presented at the peak of beauty. The collection is open to the public year round, free of charge.

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Hands, logs, wildlife and melded guns are the inspiration behind some of the art sculptures around Federal Way. The famous giant clock above Sound Transit’s parking garage was designed in the shape of a cut log. The city’s Arts Commission selected the artwork, which symbolizes Federal Way’s logging history, said former Councilwoman Diana Noble-Gulliford.

“Logging is the foundation of our history,” Noble-Gulliford said.

According to the Historical Society of Federal Way, logging crews cut logs along the city’s shores as early as 1849 to supply the sawmills that began cropping up around the region.

And that hand sculpture east of the Transit Center?

“It’s the high-five off I-5,” noted NobleGulliford.

The “high-five” structure was initially designed to light up at night. However, Department of Transportation officials worried the illuminated fingers might distract drivers, so the structure’s light capacity was reduced, locals say.

Artists have also drawn inspiration from Federal Way’s wildlife, including a metal

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salmon sculpture and eagle sculpture at Dumas Bay. “That shoreline is home to bald eagles,” said Chris Carrel, city spokesperson. “Poverty Bay Park is a stone throw from there that has a nesting pair of eagles.”

Artists have also transformed some of the city’s fears into hope.

A plaque near the dock at Steel Lake Park reads: “This plaque, made from 650 melted guns, is a symbol of hope for our community.”

The plaque notes in the spring of 1994, the city sponsored a gun buy back program.

“Give and let live” was the theme of the program to help stop gun violence.

Also engraved on the plaque are the words: “With this plaque, we also commemorate the efforts of friends, neighbors, youth and children who have spent their time bringing the community together to deal with this issue.”

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EVENTS YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS

JANUARY

Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

Speakers, performances, youth essay contests, displays and community information. cityoffederalway.com MARCH

Best of Federal Way

Free event to celebrate winners of local votes for “best of” in 70-plus categories; refreshments, door prizes, vendor booths. federalwaymirror.com APRIL

RecyclePalooza Event & Family Green Fest Workshops, kids activities, contests and recycling fair. cityoffederalway.com

Blue Poppy Day

Garden tours, musical and artistic performances. Visual artists will have their works on display. rhodygarden.com

Mudder’s Day family Obstacle Run

Fun run with age appropriate obstacles for the entire family spread out over the two mile course; registration free for moms. cityoffederalway.com

Federal Way Farmers Market

The market opens with kick-off activities and a wide variety of vendors selling locally grown and made products; ongoing weekly special events, live entertainment. federalwayfarmersmarket.com JUNE

Federal Way Relay for Life

Fundraising event for cancer research; team booths, health fair, entertainment, concessions, walk the track during the day or overnight. facebook.com/federalwayrelay

Hooked on Fishing

Intro to fishing event for kids ages 2-12. All equipment is provided and the event is held rain or shine. itallhappenshere.com

Federal Way Kiwanis Salmon Bake

Outdoor fundraising event includes barbecued fresh salmon dinner, live entertainment and informational booths. federalwaykiwanis.org

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Dash Point State Park is the site of “The biggest and best Flatland Skim Comp in the Northwest,” attracting U.S. and international skimboard teams. nwstour.com

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K9 Karnival

A day of fun for dogs and their people; includes a dog show, contests, games, pet adoption, vaccinations and microchipping, food vendors, and more. itallhappenshere.com

Freaky 5k Run/Walk

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Aquatic Center Haunts

Haunted open swim features a coin dive, costume contest, pool, toys, canoe rides and the one meter spring board. kingcounty.gov Free admission and tours of garden and neighboring bonsai collection, speakers, demos, activities and plant sale. rhodygarden. com

Tricks and Treat Funfest

A spook-tacular event held at the Federal Way Community Center.

Children will be delighted by age-appropriate games, activities and more. itallhappenshere.com NOVEMBER

Annual Book Sale

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Jingle Bell Brunch

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Lights On Federal Way

Music of the season performed by area groups, activities and refreshments all culminating in the lighting of the holiday tree. itallhappenshere.com Event list courtesy of the Greater Federal Way Chamber of Commerce

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Free outdoor concert series offers a variety of live performances at Steel Lake Park each Wednesday. itallhappenshere. com

Annual classic car show features dozens of classic cars, cash prizes and awards. Helps fund high school scholarships, too! federalwaylions.org

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Federal Way Lions Classic Car Show

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Farmers Market event includes timed 10k and 5k runs, entertainment, apple cider, apple pies, caramel apples and more. federalwayfarmersmarket.com

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Full day of Fourth of July fun: crafts, games, arts, food vendors and musical entertainment culminating in a spectacular fireworks display. itallhappenshere.com

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