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Rob McPherson as the Drunken Tenor. Courtesy photo.

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Opera star from Federal Way finds the right funny mix

Rob McPherson and Opera Unbound embrace the unconventional.

The annual FUSION Summer Arts Gala was held Aug. 9 at Dumas Bay Centre to raise money for local families experiencing homelessness. Photo by Bruce Honda

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Federal Way Community Calendar | Aug. 15 edition

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

Federal Way community members enjoyed performances at the annual Federal Way Community Festival on Aug. 9 at Town Square Park. Photo by Shelley Pauls.

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Music and more highlight Federal Way Community Festival

The Federal Way Community Festival returned this year on Aug. 9 at Town Square Park.

The Marlbrook community was among several neighborhoods in Federal Way that hosted a National Night Out celebration Aug. 5. Photo by Mariah Hill/For the Mirror

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Federal Way communities celebrate National Night Out 2025

The Federal Way Police Department and South King Fire firefighters gathered throughout the Federal Way community Aug. 5…

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Free Discover Passes for state parks available at your local library

The Check Out Washington program allows KCLS patrons to get a pass and an adventure pack that includes…

The Table gives out free backpacks at last year’s Back-to-School Bash. Photo provided by the Table.

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Free back-to-school resources in Federal Way

Haircuts, school supplies, food and more will be available for families.

Potato corn chowder with lavender. Photo by Vickie Chynoweth

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Potato corn chowder with lavender | Recipe of the Week

Visit the Federal Way Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Saturday through October to pick…

Day trips are just one of the many fun activities offered by the Federal Way Community Center inclusive recreation program, like this recent sewing class activity. When it comes to programs like Safe Return and other proactive programs, Inclusion Coordinator Sabrina Bates says “the more we practice inclusion, the stronger and safer our whole community becomes.” Photo courtesy of the city of Federal Way.

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Safe Return program protects the vulnerable in Federal Way

Database helps police find adults or children who become lost.

Kids Day at Steel Lake Park featured local businesses, nonprofits and bouncy houses. Photo by Bruce Honda

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Federal Way Community Calendar | Aug. 8 edition

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

Vinnie, Fawn L. and Nea celebrating Pride at Town Square Park on Aug. 2. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Federal Way Pride 2025 celebrates diversity and more

Event was held at Town Square Park for the first time.

The Federal Way Community Festival is coming back noon to 6 p.m. Aug. 9 at Town Square Park. At last year’s community festival, the electric slide and the cupid shuffle got everyone involved in the fun. Photo by Bruce Honda

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10 things to do in Federal Way before the summer ends

There is still at least a month left to enjoy summer in Federal Way.

Cilantro pesto. Photo by Vickie Chynoweth

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Cilantro pesto | Recipe of the Week

Visit the Federal Way Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Saturday through October to pick…

From left to right: Medichael Mereste, Beatrice Kiraguri, Fiona Okech, Lilian Mburu, Owate Benea, Trina Wamunyu and Sincyere Bell. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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AYDEPI founder empowers Federal Way youth

Beatrice Kiraguri is the Mirror’s Hometown Hero for July.

Janice Siebenaler and Linda Persha greet guests at the Federal Way Kiwanis Club’s annual Salmon Bake fundraiser July 25 at Steel Lake Park. Proceeds benefit local community organizations and programs. Photo by Bruce Honda

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Federal Way Community Calendar | Aug. 1 edition

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

Kim Hensley. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

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Meet Kim Hensley, one of Federal Way’s prolific volunteers

She’s also the founder of the Federal Way Korean American Parents Association.

Baked custard with raspberry sauce. Photo by Vickie Chynoweth

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Baked custard with raspberry sauce | Recipe of the Week

Visit the Federal Way Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Saturday through October to pick…

The Lakehaven team won the annual speed croquet fundraising event this year, put on by the Rotary Club. Photo by Bruce Honda

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Federal Way Community Calendar | July 25 edition

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

Kids learn about safety and bike maintenance at the Mirror Lake Bike Safety Day in May 2025. Photo by Shelley Pauls.

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Federal Way bike safety event returns July 26

This is the second summer that We Love Our City has hosted this free community event in Federal…

FUSION also provides temporary severe weather shelter when necessary, on top of their other programs to help Federal Way community members escape homelessness. This photo is from their temporary warming shelter in early 2025 at the Pete Andersen FUSION Family Center. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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FUSION faces rising costs while supporting homeless community

FUSION’s annual summer gala fundraiser is Aug. 9 at Dumas Bay Centre.

Baked zucchini and green beans. Photo by Vickie Chynoweth

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Baked zucchini and green beans | Recipe of the Week

Visit the Federal Way Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Saturday through October to pick…