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would like to thank the Federal Way Mirror for the opportunity to write to you in the 2018 edition of Explore Federal Way. This piece serves as a wonderful way to highlight all of the fantastic opportunities Federal Way offers to residents and visitors alike. We are a growing and culturally diverse community located at the crosssection of travel and commerce in the Puget Sound region. Taking advantage of our prime location and population boom, we are working hard to create exciting new opportunities for families and businesses alike – while working to preserve our history and incorporate where we are headed in the future. We have worked to build a new and stronger sense of community and are in the midst of redeveloping our downtown. We are laying the foundation for a robust town center that will create jobs and opportunity for this and future generations. We recently opened a world-class Performing Arts and Event Center, which provides a venue for residents to stay local, take in a show or a meal, and shop

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it is also the site for downtown. The PAEC softball in the 2018 brings in conferences Special Olympics USA and is a superb place Games. The King to hold corporate County Aquatic Center, meetings, weddings and also located in Federal local galas like those Way, will host swimming of the Federal Way Jim Ferrell events as part of the Chamber or Rotary’s City of Federal Way Mayor Games. These guests annual events. As important as the PAEC is, right next fill our hotels and shop in our stores, generating millions in revenue for our door is the catalyst that launched the city annually. entire redevelopment of our downtown Federal Way does not have a business – Town Square Park. The impact of and operations tax, and the cost to green space and walkability in a city operate a business in our town remains center cannot be underestimated. low for the region. We have great This jewel of our community features neighborhoods with stunning views of a spray park, walking trail, 4-acre lawn, the Puget Sound, and new construction vegetated green roofs and other is popping up all over town. environmentally friendly features that Although the new developments make our Town Square Park unique throughout our town are positive, our in our region. I hope to see you and greatest asset continues to be the more your family there this summer at our than 95,000 people who call Federal wonderful splash park! We will also have Way home. our Movies in the Park and Summer Whether it is our faith community, Sounds Concerts this summer as well. active service clubs, students and With 32 parks in all, our city offers teachers, or new homeowners looking many options for local families and to start their lives here, Federal Way visitors. Celebration Park continues to continues to be a community where impress, drawing thousands of people opportunity thrives. a year for sports tournaments. In July,

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AROUND TOWN FEDERAL WAY FARMERS MARKET: The Federal Way Farmers Market is celebrating its 15th season in 2018. The market is open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays from May 12 through Oct. 27 at the Commons Mall parking lot at South 320th Street and Pacific Highway South. The market features local vendors, fresh produce, flowers, crafts, breakfast, lunch, snacks, live entertainment and plenty of parking. Learn more at federalwayfarmersmarket.com. FEDERAL WAY COMMUNITY CENTER: This is Federal Way’s premier fitness and community facility, complete with a pool, gymnasium, weight training areas, rock-climbing wall, cafe, meeting rooms, activity rooms and more. Located at 876 S. 333rd St., the 72,000-square-foot center has two wings. The passholder wing provides affordable access to a full range of fitness and recreational amenities for all ages and abilities. The community wing is open free of charge to all visitors, and features game rooms, senior lounge and cafe. In celebration of the community spirit, the center is home to regionally inspired public art projects. Outside the entrance, a pebble mosaic, forming a raindrop pattern, leads to a water feature with boulders and plants. To learn more, all 253-835-6900 or visit itallhappenshere.org.

FEDERAL WAY SENIOR CENTER: The Federal Way Senior Center is located at 4016 S. 352nd St. and supports activities for seniors in South King County and Pierce County including Federal Way, Auburn, Edgewood, Des Moines, Kent, Milton, Northeast Tacoma, Pacific and nearby unincorporated areas. Operating hours are from 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. The senior center offers a variety of meals, events, classes and fitness activities. Computer classes are offered to area adults regardless of age. Walks sponsored by the center provide good exercise activities for seniors and are held every Tuesday, rain or shine. The facility is also available to rent. The center also has a food bank and a thrift store for those in need. Learn more at 253-838-3604, 206-954-2926 or visit www.federalwayseniorcenter.org. Also email executive director Shelley Puariea at shelleyp004@gmail.com. BARKER AND DENNY CABINS: Located on S. 348th St. and Fourth Avenue S. at the entrance of West Hylebos Wetlands Park, the landmark Denny Cabin was built in 1889 for Seattle pioneer David Denny. The two-story log cabin was moved from Seattle to Federal Way in 1966. Adjacent to the Denny Cabin is the Barker Cabin, which is the oldest original structure (built in 1883) in the Federal Way area. The cabins are maintained by the Historical Society of Federal Way. Learn more at www.federalwayhistory.org.

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ucked away in the urban hustle and bustle, Federal Way’s first winery is carving out a niche — one grape, one vine and one acre at a time. Vilnis Kleper, who had previously only enjoyed wine as a consumer, decided Abbe Vineyard and Winery would be his “retirement” venture after a successful career as a civil engineer. He and his wife, Guna Kleper, a retired pharmacist, have partnered with sommelier Dainis Svarcs on what has become a labor of love.

Abbe Vineyard and Winery owner Vilnis Kleper pours a glass of the wine made at the Federal Way estate. Kleper and his business partner and sommelier Dainis Svarcs do everything from grow the grapes to bottle the final product at the boutique winery. Mirror file photo

“Seven and a half acres takes a bit of work,” Vilnis Kleper said of the vineyard on S. 373rd St. between Enchanted Parkway and Pacific Highway. “I never thought a vineyard was that labor intensive.”

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Kleper said he relies a great deal on Svarcs, a vintner with almost 20 years of experience in the industry. “He knows his wines,” Kleper said. “And he has the palate, and he has the nose.” Kleper and Svarcs joined forces in 2009 when they planted their first chardonnay grapes at the estate. They started with three acres and then added another acre and a half. Although they do have some sauvignon blanc plants, they primarily grow chardonnay and pinot noir grapes, which Svarcs said is strategic because if the microclimate in Federal Way does not generate enough heat, the partners can turn the fermented juice into sparkling wine. Abbe Winery is a little different than other small-scale wineries. Kleper and Svarcs do everything onsite from growing the grapes to harvesting, fermenting and

— after Svarcs decides a wine is ready — bottling. “Many wineries don’t even grow their own product,” Svarcs said. “There are very few of us who grow our own grapes in the Puget Sound. Not only are we in the cellar working on our product, we’re also in the field making sure the plants are doing what they are supposed to do.” Abbe Vineyard and Winery also purchases red grapes from a few established Eastern Washington vineyards for its blends, and has at least a dozen grape varietals in oak and stainless steel barrels. Currently, the winery has vintages dating back about four years. The winemaking process is labor intensive and time consuming. Svarcs said it takes about five years before grapes can be harvested for wine. The first, second and third leaves — as each crop is called — are just to get the grapes established. By the fourth leaf, Svarcs said he can usually start to see quality grapes. Continued on page 7

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he 2018 Federal Way Rhythm & Brews Festival will run from noon to 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 8. A festive afternoon and evening of music, food and drink, the second annual event will be held at Town Square Park, 31600 Pete von Reichbauer Way S. Tickets are available now at FWBrews.com.

“To truly have a good crop (for producing wine), it takes five years,” he said. Harvesting usually happens from midAugust through October, but it depends on the sugar levels of the grapes. Once the grapes are harvested, they are de-stemmed and crushed, then put into vats where yeast is added to begin the fermentation. Fermenting takes three to six weeks, depending on how quickly the sugar turns into alcohol. The juice is then put into barrels

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Presented by the Federal Way Symphony, the festival will feature four local bands: Folsom Prism, a Johnny Cash tribute band; Des The Chris Stevens Band and Jay Mabin were among performers at the Moines’ Rod Cook Trio; the inaugural Federal Way Rhythm and Brews Festival held at Town Square Park. Mirror file photo Federal Way Symphony Big Band; and a special partake. Water and soft drinks will be “jam session” featuring available for purchase. Chris Stevens and Annie Eastwood (aka “Stickshift Annie”). The eclectic musical Rhythm and Brews is sponsored in part by lineup will feature country, R&B, blues, the Federal Way Mirror, Wells Fargo Bank, jazz, big band classics and a few surprises. Crestwood Veterinary Clinic, Time Out Ale House and the Federal Way Chorale. Craft brews and spirits and local wines Proceeds from the festival benefit the will be available for tasting. Food trucks, Federal Way Symphony’s music education including Federal Way’s own Lumpia World and Xander’s Incredible Sandwiches programs including “Masters & Mentors,” which provides private music lessons will provide delicious eats and local craft for students unable to otherwise afford vendors will have their wares on sale. them, and “Emerging Artists,” which Beer, wine and sprit vendors include provides young virtuoso soloists their first Alaska Amber, Odd Otter, Jellyfish, Abbe opportunity to perform with a professional and Wilridge wineries, Blackfish Distillery orchestra. and many more. The $30 ($35 at the Rhythm and Brews is a 21 and older event door) ticket price includes tokens for five and no pets are allowed at the park. Free “tastes” of the variety of adult beverages. parking is available at the transit center A “designated driver” ticket is available garage. for $20 for those who choose not to Continued from page 6

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and stored anywhere from one to six years. Svarcs said he and his palate decide when a wine is ready to be bottled. He prefers more supple and well-rounded wines that are “not obtrusive.” “It doesn’t get into your face,” Svarcs said. The winery produces chardonnay, cabernet merlot, malbec, syrah, pinot gris and more. Currently, people can order Abbe Winery’s products online and learn more about events and tastings at www. abbewines.com.

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ith the goal of highlighting and celebrating the diversity of Federal Way, several organizations are hosting the Flavor of Federal Way this summer. The Federal Way Diversity Commission, Advancing Leadership and the city of Federal Way will put on the free event from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, at Town Square Park, 31600 Pete von Reichbauer Way S. The event will include food, vendors and live entertainment that represent a range of ethnicities including the African-American, Hispanic, Indian, Filipino and Korean cultures. All cultural communities are welcome to participate. Greg Baruso, chair of the Diversity Commission, said the commission came up with the idea while creating its work plan. “We do different events,” Baruso said of the commission. “Our signature event, of course, is the Martin Luther King

celebration. But we wanted to bring something to the city to have a little bit more exposure for the commission, too. … It is a celebration of food, dance and just the diversity of Federal Way itself. We wanted to have something different than everyone else.” The Diversity Commission pitched the idea for the Flavor of Federal Way to Advancing Leadership, which is an intensive, award-winning leadership development program founded by the Federal Way Chamber of Commerce and its partners in 1998.

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“I have done an event similar to this when I lived in Oregon,” Cox said. “I was excited to see that this was one of (the projects), but also knew it was a lot of work.” An event like the Flavor of Federal Way is something Cox thought the community was missing. “There is just not a space or an event like this, but there needs to be one because we are one of the most diverse cities in King County,” she said. “There should be a space for us to celebrate that.” In addition to featuring vendors, performers and food, the Flavor of Federal Way will connect attendees to nonprofit organizations providing needed resources. Applications are being accepted for vendors, nonprofits, performers and sponsors. Organizers are also looking for volunteers of all ages to help various tasks, including setting up and tearing down, greeting attendees, directing traffic and general help during the event.

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“There are over 120 languages spoken in the Federal Way School District,” Cox said. “Our city is very diverse. There are so many different pockets and communities within Federal Way. We are really just trying to reach those people and get them connected and bring them to this space that celebrates that.”

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GARDENS GALORE POWELLSWOOD GARDEN Spread across three acres and nestled against another 35 acres of native successional forest, PowellsWood Garden, 430 S. Dash Point Road, has cobblestone walking paths, a winding stream and a pond that blends gently into the forest and ravines of Redondo’s historic upper Cold Creek watershed. A conservatorystyle Garden Room is available to rent for business meetings, weddings, photos, classes, reunions and other events. The garden is open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 1 to Oct. 31. General admission is free for members or $7 for adults, $5 for youth 6-18 and free for children 5 and younger. The garden also hosts an annual Storytelling Festival featuring the best storytellers from around the globe. For more information about the site’s gardens and events, visit powellswood.org.

RHODODENDRON SPECIES BOTANICAL GARDEN More than 10,000 rhododendrons grow in the woodland setting at the Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden, which covers 22 acres with over 2,100 forms of approximately 600 species including non-hardy and tropical species. There are also numerous companion plantings of ferns, primroses, irises, heathers, maples, magnolias, conifers and many other exotic plants. The rhododendrons bloom beginning in January, with peak bloom typically occurring mid-March through mid-May. There is always something in bloom at the garden. The Victorian Stumpery is filled with a variety of ferns and other plants and can be best enjoyed spring through fall. The Rutherford Conservatory is filled with hundreds of tropical plants set next to waterfalls, a stream and boulders. Flowers are in bloom throughout the year in the conservatory, so there is always something to see. The garden is closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Self-guided and guided tours are available. Visitors can get a quick overview of the garden in an hour, but serious plant and garden enthusiasts will want to spend more time. Tour groups must be scheduled in advance. To schedule a tour group, call 253-838-4646 ext. 140.

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The garden is located at 2525 S. 336th St. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays. General admission is $8 per person, $5 for seniors and students with school ID. Children 12 and younger, school groups with ID, active duty and retired military personnel, members and current Weyerhaeuser employees are free. For more information about the garden, visit www.rhodygarden.org.

PACIFIC BONSAI MUSEUM The Pacific Bonsai Museum displays 60 of the 150 bonsai trees that comprise its collection, making it the most geographically diverse collection in the United States. With a deep commitment to free access for all, the museum welcomes 30,000 visitors a year. The museum offers 30-minute private guided tours to groups of 10 or more Tuesdays through Fridays. A private tour is $5 per person, with a $50 minimum. Free public tours are offered at 1 p.m. Sundays. The Weyerhaeuser

Company, which built and owned the campus that houses the museum, opened the bonsai collection in 1989 during the Washington State Centennial. The Pacific Bonsai Museum was established as a nonprofit organization in late 2013. The museum is located at 2515 S. 336th St. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays and from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. March to September the third Thursday of the month. Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. General admission is by donation. For more information, visit pacificbonsaimuseum.org.

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POPULAR PARKS BPA TRAIL BETWEEN S. 324TH STREET AND MADRONA PARK Natural area and parking, ADA access. Total of 3.6 miles of paved pathway. Phase 1: 1-mile trail from Celebration Park to First Avenue. Phase 2: 0.95-mile trail from First Avenue to King County Aquatic Center. Phase 3: 1.4-mile trail from Southwest Campus Drive to South 356th Street. Phase 4: 0.25-mile trail from S. 356th to Madrona Park playground. CELEBRATION PARK 1095 S. 324TH ST. Picnic and Play Area, Parking, Restrooms and Walking Trail, 83.5 acres, children’s play structure, four lighted baseball fields, four lighted soccer fields, trails and pathways connecting to the BPA Trails System. DUMAS BAY CENTRE PARK 3200 SW DASH POINT ROAD Natural area, parking, picnic area, restrooms and walking trail, 12 acres. Dumas Bay Centre features the Knutzen

Family Theater, a retreat and meeting center, as well as a park with beautiful views of the Puget Sound and Maury Island. This is a passive park, and games and athletics are prohibited.

LAKOTA PARK 31334 SW DASH POINT ROAD Natural area, parking and restrooms, 28.2 acres. Baseball field, softball field, soccer field, 440-yard track.

DUMAS BAY SANCTUARY 30844 44TH AVE. SW Beach, Natural and Picnic Area, parking, restrooms and walking trail, 19.55 acres. Sandy beachfront of Puget Sound and interpretive signs for the large heron rookery located in the greenbelts.

SACAJAWEA PARK 1401 S. DASH POINT ROAD Parking and picnic area, restrooms and walking trail, 18 acres. Children’s play structure, football field, 440-yard track, soccer field, pathways, tennis court, two lighted baseball fields.

FRENCH LAKE PARK 31531 FIRST AVE. S. Natural and picnic area, parking, and walking trail, 10 acres, off-leash dog park and open lawn area.

SAGHALIE PARK 33914 19TH AVE. SW Parking, picnic and play area, restrooms and walking trail, 16.4 acres. Basketball court, children’s play structure, 440-yard track, lighted soccer field, lighted football field, pathways, sand volleyball, two lighted baseball fields, two tennis courts.

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STEEL LAKE PARK 2410 S. 312TH ST. Natural area, restrooms and walking trail, 52 acres, 100 parking stalls. Beach, children’s play structure, concession building, five picnic areas (call 253-8356964 for reservations), horseshoe pits, skateboard park across the street, open lawn areas, sand volleyball pit, swimming. TOWN SQUARE PARK 31600 PETE VON REICHBAUER WAY S. Children’s play area, basketball court, plenty of parking, picnic area, restrooms and seasonal splash park. Hours: Dawn to dusk. Contact 253-835-6910. WEST HYLEBOS WETLANDS PARK 411 S. 348TH ST. Parking, picnic area, restrooms and walking trail, 120 acres, ADA access bike rack. Park features a large trail network through a large wetland system. Pets and bicycles are not allowed in the park or on the boardwalk.

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30619 16th Ave SW

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Alderbrook Park

32730 17th Ave SW

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Alderdale Park

2700 SW 340th Pl

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1100 S 324th St

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1210 SW 333rd St

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915 S 315th St

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29th Ave SW & SW 330th Ave

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he city of Federal Way wants to get residents out and walking on its trails in 2018. The parks department recently received a $10,000 Get Active, Stay Active grant from King County, which will be used to promote Walk Federal Way – a program aimed at getting people out and walking on trails and in parks throughout the city, said Cody Geddes, recreation supervisor for the city. “What they are looking for is opportunities to get people out and doing exercise in some form or fashion,” Geddes said. “We felt that walking is the most accessible opportunity.” The program will have two components – publishing an updated version of a map of walking trails in the city and organizing walking groups. “We could identify trails or walking routes that there would be a walk leader on certain days of the week to

take a group to help socialize and to get people out and familiarize them with our trails and parks and really just our community,” Geddes said. The Get Active, Stay Active grant calls for youth involvement. The project is still in the planning stages, Geddes said, but he hopes to have Saturday walking groups started by the summer. The updated trail maps will be available by the end of 2018. This is the first time the city has received a Get Active, Stay Active grant from the county. “We feel it is important because it is a low barrier to entry,” Geddes said. “Anyone can get out and walk. You don’t need any specialized equipment. You just need to be able get yourself outside. That is what the map component is. It allows anybody to see what we have to offer. Then the walking groups, if you can get out, get to a trailhead or wherever we can get a walk group, then it allows people to get outside and socialize.”

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WEST HYLEBOS WETLANDS PARK: FEDERAL WAY’S HIDDEN GEM Courtesy of the Washington Trails Association

little history, a little wildlife, a little botany - it’s all here in this quiet little wetland in Federal Way. The unassuming parking area for West Hylebos Wetlands, 411 S. 348th St., is a gateway to a surprisingly rich, diverse and lush wetland. Walk down the wide graveled path past two restored cabins, the Denny and Barker cabins. The Barker cabin is the oldest structure in Federal Way - Barker was one of the first settlers here and he lived on these wetlands with four other settler families. Near the trailhead, the land is open and parklike. An informational kiosk greets visitors just a few hundred feet from the parking area, and the path meanders

around a large hedge, introducing you to a much more wooded, protected environment. Shortly after passing the kiosk, a trail to the right indicates the Marlake Loop. This is a short, muddy trail to a small lake adjacent to private property. It’s a somewhat underwhelming trail; the good stuff is further into the wetland, so stay to the left. Proceed down the wider trail and into the forest. Giant red cedars, hemlocks, and Douglas fir trees dripping with moss surround you, and soon the trail changes from gravel to boardwalk. In winter or rainy periods, the boardwalk can be slippery, so having good grips on your shoes or a walking stick will help here. Interpretive signs periodically inform the visitor what flora and fauna surrounds the boardwalk. Stop and discover what salal is, which tree towers over you, and what

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Set on 120 acres off of 348th Street, West Hylebos Wetlands Park features a large trail network through the Hylebos Wetlands. A 1.7-mile boardwalk takes visitors deep into the nature area. Mirror file photo

birds you can hear chirping overhead. A quarter mile from the trailhead, you’ll arrive at a second junction. Here, each way leads to lovely, calm Brooklake, but the left route is longer (0.5 miles) compared to the 0.25-mile right route. The longer way takes visitors past a huge Sitka spruce tree and “Deep Sink,” one of a very few remaining peat bogs in the area. These are valuable from an environmental and educational perspective. It’s worth taking the long way around. Your destination is a quiet place to sit on a bench and contemplate the silence of the lake before heading back. Luckily, this trail loops, so you can take the shorter way back to your car. When you make for the trailhead, follow the trail straight ahead rather than turning right when you head back to the lot.

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BEST OF FEDERAL WAY

Here are the top tourist attractions and event venues that readers chose in the Mirror’s 2018 Best of Federal Way. TOURIST ATTRACTIONS The top three tourist attractions in Federal Way are old favorites: Wild Waves Theme and Water Park, Dash Point State Park and the Redondo pier.

Wild Waves Theme and Water Park, 36201 Enchanted Parkway S., is open from late May through early September. Courtesy photo

WILD WAVES THEME AND WATER PARK is the only combined water and amusement park in Washington state. The park, which is located on 70 acres, offers numerous rides and water attractions as well as games, events, season activities and shopping and dining opportunities. The park opened solely as Enchanted Village in 1977 with nine rides. Wild Waves Water Park was built in 1984. The parks grew over the years and now feature a number of rides and attractions. The water park has 10 features, including an activity pool and wave pool, warming tub

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and slides. The amusement park offers 43 features, including a Ferris wheel, bumper cars, children’s rides, carousel, midway games, rollercoasters and rides for the adventurous. Wild Waves, 36201 Enchanted Parkway S., is open from late May through early September, but in October the park is opened for Fright Fest and again in December for Holiday with Lights. Regular hours and schedules are subject to change. For more information on admission prices and park hours, go to wildwaves.com. DASH POINT STATE PARK, 5700 SW Dash Point Road, Federal Way, is a 398-acre camping park and features a saltwater shoreline, a beach, views of the Puget Sound and miles of forested hiking and biking trails. The beach has 3,301 feet of shoreline and is home to bullhead, clams, cod, crabs, red snapper, sea birds, shellfish and starfish. According to Washington State Parks, clamming is not recommended. Fishing is allowed, however, with the proper license. At high tide, anglers visit the pier for fishing, and during low tide, the sand flats are frequented by families and outdoor enthusiasts. In addition to camping, the park also offers amenities for picnics and day use. The park has two covered picnic shelters that people can reserve. There are also 20 unsheltered picnic tables available on a first-come, firstserve basis. For people who like to hike and bike, the park offers 8 miles of biking and 11 miles of hiking trails. From the parking lot, there are many trailheads from which to choose: Thames Creek (Beach) Trail, which begins on the south side; Picnic Point Trail; Heartbreak Hill; and Raven Beach Trail. All lead to the lower and upper campgrounds. From Thames Creek Trail, people can branch off to walk on other trails, such as the Old Boundary Trail, which dead ends at a bird-viewing platform. Other trails are the East Rim, Outbound, Boundary and Heart Attack Hill, to name a few. Other popular activities are the amphitheater, exploring

the beach, bird watching, sailboarding and skim boarding, mountain biking and looking at wildlife. From June through August, interpretive events are offered, including evening amphitheater programs Fridays and Saturdays. Day walks and talks are offered Fridays through Sundays. Times and subjects are posted at the park. Learn more at parks.state. wa.us/496/ Dash-Point. REDONDO PIER, boat launch and boardwalk on Redondo Beach Drive in Des Moines received third place in the category of Best Tourist Attraction. The area include a small beach, boardwalk, boat launch, boat mooring, fishing pier, parking, picnic area, restrooms, scenic view, seating and walking path on 2.79 acres. According to AllTrails, the Redondo Beach Boardwalk is a 1.1-mile trail that is suitable for all skill levels and primarily used for walking and trail running. Walkers can bring their dogs, but they must be kept on a leash. There is also Wooton Park at Redondo, which is open daily from 8 a.m. to dusk. The park features a half basketball court, a playground, lighted walkways, an open grassy area, picnic tables, a rose garden and parking lot. From June to September, people can also explore the water at Redondo. Olympic Outdoor Center has a rental site for kayaks and paddle boards located near the boat launch adjacent to the fishing pier. Another popular attraction at Redondo is Highline College’s Marine Science and Technology Center, which features an aquarium that holds more 3,000 gallons of water in various tanks, including two large touch tanks, two octopus tanks, jellyfish life-stage tanks and a schooling fish tank. MaST hosts free Discovery Days from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays and 4-7 p.m. Thursdays in June, July and August. At 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. the second Saturday of each month, the MaST Center offers live dives where people can watch an underwater tour of the Puget Sound conducted by an experienced SCUBA diver and see what lies beneath.

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Here are the top tourist attractions and event venues that readers chose in the Mirror’s 2018 Best of Federal Way. EVENT VENUE The three finalists for Best Event Venue are busy year-round with entertainment, conferences, dinners, classes and more. The first place winner, the FEDERAL WAY PERFORMING ARTS AND EVENT CENTER (PAEC), officially opened in August 2017. The 716-seat venue is located at 31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way S. and features a range of entertainment from national acts to local music makers. Event spaces can host more than 400 for gala seating, or be transformed into settings ideal for conferences, seminars, meetings and weddings. Learn more at fwpaec.org. The second-place winner, the FEDERAL WAY COMMUNITY CENTER, opened in 2007 at 876 S. 333rd St. The 72,000-square foot facility is operated by the City of Federal Way as part of the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department. The facility features a range of fitness and recreational amenities for all ages. It also includes game rooms, a senior lounge and a cafe that are open to the community. Learn more at itallhappenshere.org. The third-place winner, TWIN LAKES GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB, celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2017. In addition to the golf course and swimming pool, the facility also hosts a number of charity and political events. Learn more at twinlakesgolf. net.

The Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center (PAEC) officially opened in August 2017 at 31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way S. and features a variety of local and national artists. Mirror file photo

has established a reputation for innovative and accomplished productions of both popular and new works. According to the theatre company, Sharon and Norm Munsey founded Centerstage in 1977. The company performed at various locations, including the Group Health Facility, until the mid-1980’s. It was reborn in 1998 with the construction of the Knutzen Family Theatre. Learn more at centerstagetheatre.com.

LOCAL ARTS GROUPS The three finalists for Best Local Arts Group are cultural mainstays in the Federal Way community. The first place winner, CENTERSTAGE THEATRE, produces quality entertainment year-round to culturally enrich South Sound audiences of all ages. Centerstage

The second-place winner, FEDERAL WAY SYMPHONY, was founded in 1983. Under the musical direction of A. Brian Davenport, who has been music director since the beginning, the Symphony hosts a range of styles from classical and swing to chamber music and more. The Symphony offers free regular season

concert admission to students ages 18 and under. A new addition to the Symphony’s repertoire is the new Rhythm and Brews Festival, which will mark its second year Sept. 8, 2018, at Town Square Park. Learn more at federalwaysymphony.org. The third-place winner, ROSEBUD CHILDREN’S THEATRE CONSERVATORY, is a local children’s and community theatrecompany for everyone. Performance camps are held every summer for ages 4-7, 8-12 and 13-20. Community theatre is held every fall with performances in December. Rosebud also offers theatrical workshops for youth of all ages. Learn more at rosebudctc.org.

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Things to do and people to meet in Federal Way LIGHT OF CHRIST COMMUNITY GARDEN hosts a popular mud-free pumpkin patch every October at 34249 21st Ave. SW, Federal Way. Admission to the pumpkin patch is free and includes games, photo opportunities, tractor rides, a scarecrow contest and a weekend bake sale. Jim Cox, who is the garden project manager along with his wife, Donna, enjoys taking young visitors to the pumpkin patch on hay rides using the garden’s tractor. Proceeds from pumpkin sales go toward maintaining the community garden, which is run through the church’s all-volunteer Care Ministry Program and produces up to 5,000 pounds of food every year. Food from the garden is donated to community organizations including FUSION (Friends United to Support the Indigent, Oppressed and Needy), Mitchell Place Apartments, St. Vincent De Paul and New Hope Christian Fellowship. For more information, contact Jim and Donna Cox at 253-326-7166, email locgarden@ comcast.net or visit lightofchristgarden. com. SOUTH KING FIRE AND RESCUE STATION 64 is home to a memorial for the victims of 9/11. In 2011, two firefighters crisscrossed the country to retrieve a steel beam from the World Trade Center. The memorial also honors the civilians and first responders who died in the terrorist

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attacks. Station 64 is located at at 3700 S. 320th St., just east Interstate 5. FEDERAL WAY HARMONY KINGS stand among music royalty in the South Sound. The men’s barbershop chorus has been performing for more than 56 years at local events and are well-known for their four-part harmonies and Singing Valentines. Visit harmonykings.org.

THE FEDERAL WAY CHORALE, the premier regional choir in the Puget Sound, will warm the coldest ears with top-notch singing at its winter and spring concerts. Learn more at www.fwchorale.com. THE JET CITIES CHORUS has been singing sweet songs in Federal Way for more than 30 years. The chorus sings fourpart, A cappella harmony in a barbershop style. Learn more at www.jetcities.org.

The Federal Way Chorale performs Aug. 19 at the Performing Arts and Event Center’s grand opening. The facility is located at 31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way S. For tickets and information, visit fwpaec.org or call 253-835-7010. Mirror file photo

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July 28—Coco., Aug. 25—Wonder. Dusk Town Square Park FREE movies, popcorn on the great lawn.

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