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Helena Reynolds introduces Mary Anne Hamilton via zoom as she shares some of her life stories through an event at Curves in Federal Way. Mary Anne Hamilton is the great-great granddaughter-in-Law of the U.S Founding Father Alexander Hamilton and has recently published a book about her life called “Destined to be a Hamilton.” Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror.

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“Destined to be a Hamilton” explores life of Founding Father’s descendent

Helena Reynolds is a Federal Way community member who partnered with Mary Anne Hamilton to write the book…

Eight samples from local restaurants at the 2021 Taste of Federal Way. (File photo)

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Federal Way Community Calendar: Taste of Federal Way

From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 23, nine local restaurants compete for the Taste of Federal Way…

Photo by Vickie Chynoweth Raspberry blintzes.

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Well-Fed from the Federal Way Farmers Market: Raspberry blintzes

This week’s recipe ingredients can be found at the Federal Way Farmers Market.

Photo by Bruce Honda Lots of locally grown produce can be found at the Federal Way Farmers Market, which runs 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays at the Commons mall.

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Federal Way Community Calendar: Pool re-opens at Community Center

Plus: Don’t miss this year’s Taste of Federal Way.

Photo by Vickie Chynoweth Beef tortilla soup.

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Well-Fed from the Federal Way Farmers Market: Beef tortilla soup

This week’s recipe ingredients can be found at the Federal Way Farmers Market.

Photo by Bruce Honda Phenomenal She Dance Group performs Sept. 2 at the Federal Way’s Got Talent competition at the Federal Way Farmers Market. The market runs 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays at the Commons mall.

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Federal Way Community Calendar

Don’t miss 9/11 tribute, Federal Way Farmers Market and more.

Showcase artists Sahanie Shell, Tazz Enrico, Jade, O.Z. and Yung Shaedy in the dressing room of the Knutzen Family Theater preparing for their performance. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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Young music artists showcase their talents in Federal Way

The Artist Workshop “teaches practical applications to give performing artists, as well as budding entrepreneurs, a solid foundation…

Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror Youth Director Fiona Okech does the honors of feeding the birthday girl her first bite. Fiona and Sharlene went to school together in Kenya 9 years ago and the two friends were reunited here in South King County this year when their mothers reconnected.

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What does pulling ivy have to do with mental health?

African Young Dreamers Empowerment Program International creates spaces for youth to learn, bond and grow.

Photo courtesy of Vicki Chynoweth Gluten-free cornbread.

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Well-Fed from the Federal Way Farmers Market: Gluten-free cornbread

This week’s recipe ingredients can be found at the Federal Way Farmers Market.

Photo by Bruce Honda The Lions Club Car Show.

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Federal Way Community Calendar: 9/11 memorial

Family events and more in Federal Way.

Jared Gloster and son Gavin enjoy a display of life size toy dogs at the Commons Mall in Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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How one Federal Way father is overcoming homelessness

Resources are available, but not guaranteed for local families in need.

Photo by Alex Bruell / The Mirror Evan Cook stands for a photo at the Decatur High School track the afternoon of Friday, Aug. 18, minutes before his football team shows up for practice.

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Federal Way coach, mentor puts his heart on the line for youth | Hometown Heroes

For his advocacy and work with youth both on and off the field, Evan Cook is The Mirror’s…

Photo courtesy of Vickie Chynoweth Strawberry Shortbread Crumble Pie.

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Well-Fed from the Federal Way Farmers Market: Strawberry shortbread crumble pie

This week’s recipe ingredients can be found at the Federal Way Farmers Market.

Photo courtesy of Vickie Chynoweth) Tomato curry.

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Well-Fed from the Federal Way Farmers Market: Tomato curry

This week’s recipe ingredients can be found at the Federal Way Farmers Market.

Steel Lake Park was packed with kids and families enjoying Kids’ Day on Aug. 9. Photos courtesy Bruce Honda. . . .

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Federal Way Community Calendar: August and September happenings

Family events and more in Federal Way.

The 15th annual DESNA cup saw dozens of soccer and volley ball teams vie for prize money last weekend at Saghalie Park. “Desna” is the name of a river in central Russia. Photos by Bruce Honda. . . .

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Federal Way Community Calendar: Aug. and Sept. happenings

Family events and more in Federal Way.

Federal Way’s Got Talent contestants on Aug. 5, pictured left to right: Eric Sarden, Dian Love, Lydia Adira, Sarah Robinson, Anna Chamberlain, Rebekah Pham, Wendy Gifford, Mary Butschky, Joann Wiszmann, Karen Burgado (Judge), Aimee Coronado, John Peterson, Audrina Lynch, Tamara Peterson, Billie Bohannon (Judge), Karly Burmark, Paul Frink (Judge). (Photo by Bruce Honda)

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Federal Way’s Got Talent competition returns

By Vicki Chynoweth, For the Mirror

Photo courtesy of Vickie Chynoweth Double chocolate beet cake.

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Well-Fed from the Federal Way Farmers Market: Double chocolate beet cake

This week’s recipe ingredients can be found at the Federal Way Farmers Market.

Photos by Bruce Honda Neighborhoods across Federal Way celebrated National Night Out on Aug. 1. The event is intended to raise awareness of police programs and other anti-crime efforts and build community coalitions in keeping neighborhoods safe.

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Federal Way Community Calendar: Mid- and late-August happenings

Family events and more in Federal Way.

Photo courtesy of Vickie Chynoweth Blackberry Buckle with Blackberry Frozen Yogurt.

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Well-Fed from the Federal Way Farmers Market: Blackberry Buckle with Blackberry Frozen Yogurt

This week’s recipe ingredients can be found at the Federal Way Farmers Market.