Tamira Tserendavaa leads an exercise session in her garage in Federal Way. Courtesy photo

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Federal Way trainer’s garage is a local fitness haven

“I wanted to create something for the community while I do what I love doing and keep an…

Professional chalk artists created colorful and temporary works of art at the Summer Chalk Art Festival at the Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center. Photo by Bruce Honda.

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Federal Way Community Calendar | July 18 edition

Federal Way Farmers Market is open 9 a.m. 3 p.m. Saturdays through October at The Commons mall.

Volunteers work together at the Light of Christ Community Garden as part of the City Serve Day led by We Love Our City Federal Way. This is the 11th year of the event and it took place on July 12, 2025. Photo courtesy of We Love Our City Federal Way

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Volunteers come together to spruce up Federal Way

Annual service event is organized by We Love Our City.

Cheesy corn dip. Photo by Vickie Chynoweth

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Cheesy corn dip | Recipe of the Week

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The North Lake Improvement Center’s annual Fourth of July Parade and Hot Dog BBQ brought community together. Photo by Bruce Honda

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Federal Way Community Calendar | July 11 edition

Federal Way Farmers Market is open 9 a.m. 3 p.m. Saturdays through October at The Commons mall.

Soccer stars mingled with crowds of fans and community members from all over the United States, Canada and the world at the Ethiopia Day event as part of the soccer tournament in Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang/the Mirror

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Soccer tournament draws thousands to Federal Way

Ethiopian Sports Federation of North America (ESFNA) hosts annual sporting and cultural fest.

Zucchini blueberry bread. Photo by Vickie Chynoweth

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Zucchini blueberry bread | Recipe of the Week

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The generosity of the Federal Way community shows up in many ways, like this donation of hand-crocheted soap scrubbers is just one example. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Hometown Hero: Federal Way woman looks out for people in need

Kris Cornyn’s efforts are supported by Grace Church.

Youth Director of African Young Dreamers Empowerment Programs International (AYDEPI) Fiona Okech gets cheered on by community as she celebrates graduating college at the AYDEPI graduate celebration event on Saturday, June 28.

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Federal Way Community Calendar | July 4 edition

Federal Way Farmers Market is open 9 a.m. 3 p.m. Saturdays through October at The Commons mall.

The City of Federal Way will host a free professional fireworks show for the public July 4 at Celebration Park. File photo

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Quick guide to the 2025 Red, White and Blues Festival in Federal Way

July 4 event at Celebration Park concludes with fireworks.

Anthony Santander as Sebastian at the Friendship Theatre’s performance of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid Jr.” Photos by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Friendship Theatre performs Disney’s “The Little Mermaid Jr.” | Photos

The vast majority of the roles are filled by actors with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Estela Ortega, El Centro de la Raza staff, and her family. Courtesy photo

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Estela Ortega earns MLK Jr. Medal of Distinguished Service

King County Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer this month awarded Estela Ortega with the Martin Luther King Jr. Medal…

Ami Parker. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

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Meet Ami Parker: Federal Way Senior Commission member

She’s found a liking for helping seniors through her business and charity.

Refrigerator pickled vegetables. Photo courtesy of Vickie Chynoweth

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Refrigerator pickled vegetables | Recipe of the Week

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Federal Way Public Schools was ready to connect with the community at the Federal Way Farmers Market on Saturday, June 21. Photo by Bruce Honda

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Federal Way Community Calendar | June 26 edition

Federal Way Farmers Market is open 9 a.m. 3 p.m. Saturdays through October at The Commons mall.

Potato cakes with papaya radish salsa. Photo courtesy of Vickie Chynoweth

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Potato cakes with papaya radish salsa | Recipe of the Week

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A Touch of Class played classic big band tunes at the Federal Way Farmers Market on Saturday, June 14. Photo by Bruce Honda

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Federal Way Community Calendar | June 20 edition

Federal Way Farmers Market is open 9 a.m. 3 p.m. Saturdays through October at The Commons mall.

Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Lavender Graduation celebrates Highline LGBTQ students

A Lavender Graduation is a celebration of LGBTQ student graduates, first created by Dr. Ronni Sanlo in 1995…

Juneteenth featured many vendors including this local author and storyteller. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Juneteenth: Federal Way nonprofits team up with library | PHOTOS

A mural was completed as part of the festivities.

Strawberry chia seed yogurt. Photo courtesy of Vickie Chynoweth

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Strawberry chia seed yogurt | Recipe of the Week

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