The Multi-Service Center’s Spring Fundraiser on Saturday, June 7, brought the community together at the Muckleshoot Casino. The nonprofit organization reports that the event raised $174,749 to help support social services in the region. Photo by Bruce Honda

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Federal Way Community Calendar | June 13 edition

Celebrate Flag Day in an event hosted by the Soroptimists beginning at 10 a.m. June 14 at the…

Autumn Helene Choceij, winner of the Don Barrows Memorial Scholarship. Photo provided by Federal Way Chorale.

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Student earns FW Chorale scholarship to help with music studies

The Federal Way Chorale announced that Autumn Helene Chociej is the 2025 recipient of the Don Barrows Memorial…

Strawberry rhubarb bars (gluten free). Photo courtesy of Vickie Chynoweth

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Strawberry rhubarb bars (gluten free) | Recipe of the Week

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

Decatur High School students perform a medley from their production of “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels” at this year’s Spotlight Awards on June 2. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Centerstage Theatre nurtures next generation

Spotlight Awards highlight local talent, while Page to the Stage program connects drama students to actors.

The Kiwanis Club of Federal Way recently recognized the outstanding leadership, service, and academic achievements of this year’s Dennis Hulse Memorial Key Club Scholarship recipients. These students have gone above and beyond in their commitment to serving others and making a positive impact in their schools and community. Pictured: Susan Honda, FWHS Key Club Advisor; Gabriel Knudsen, FWHS scholarship recipient; An Tran, FWHS scholarship recipient; Gabriel Cruz, TJHS scholarship recipient; Karen Brugato, Kiwanis Scholarship Chairperson; Melissa Hamilton, TJHS Key Club Advisor. Courtesy photo

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Federal Way Community Calendar | June 6 edition

The Federal Way Mirror invites you to join the paper from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. June 10…

Amanda Rambayon, student Natalie (Pretty Morning Woman) Reevis and her mother Maggie Gilham celebrate graduation. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror.

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Annual event celebrates Native Graduation in FWPS

The Native Education program provides a variety of academic and non-academic supports to Native scholars.

Guests at the VIP night enjoy artworks from around the region in the 2025 Arts Explosion event. Over 1,100 guests attended the event throughout the three days. Photo by Bruce Honda.

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Nearly 1,100 guests attend third annual Arts Explosion

See photos from the three-day event held in Federal Way.

“West Shore.” Photo courtesy of SIFF

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SIFF reviews: “West Shore,” “Evergreens” and “Dear Aloha”

A canoe journey to the 2023 Paddle to Muckleshoot and a vintage SUV road trip from Spokane explore…

Students from Hachinohe, Japan, get an introduction to Federal Way and the United States by meeting police officers and holding riot shields. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Students from Federal Way sister city Hachinohe come to visit

Hachinohe is one of three sister cities with Federal Way.

Rosi Bolatagici is the Pasifika Food Networks Manager at the Pacific Islander Community Association of Washington (PICA-WA). Here she shows off some fresh, locally grown produce that is available at their pantry to support community members facing food insecurity. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Fighting hunger is about more than food | Hometown Hero

Rosi Bolatagici advocates for food justice through PICA-WA pantry in Federal Way.

Cabbage chicken ramen salad. Photo courtesy of Vickie Chynoweth

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Cabbage chicken ramen salad | Recipe of the Week

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

Kids from elementary through middle school learned the basics of rugby May 24 with Federal Way Warriors Athletics. The team has grown to over 100 registered this year. Photo by Bruce Honda

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Federal Way Community Calendar | May 30 edition

Arts Explosion Arts Festival: This three day event runs from 10 a.m. May 30 through 5 p.m. June…

“Something Rotten!” runs through June 15. Courtesy image

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Enjoy the clever spectacle of Centerstage’s “Something Rotten!”

Whether you’re in the mood for ridiculous shenanigans or rich allusions, “Something Rotten!” offers all that and then…

"Wolf Land." Photo courtesy of SIFF.

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SIFF reviews: “Wolf Lands” and “Suburban Fury”

From Washington gray wolves to the woman who tried to assassinate a U.S. President, these Washington docs are…

Henry Lazzar in his car. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

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103 and still driving: Meet Henry Lazzar

Federal Way man also volunteers at the food bank three times a week.

Gluten free meatloaf. Photo courtesy of Vickie Chynoweth

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Gluten free meatloaf | 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 Marine Hills annual parade featured themed costumes, a marching band, local leaders and police and South King Fire. Photo by Bruce Honda

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Federal Way Community Calendar | May 23 edition

Arts Explosion Arts Festival: This three day event runs from 10 a.m. May 30 through 5 p.m. June…

Jaqueline Garcia Castillo and the leadership team of Mujer al Volante receiving their award for Organization of the Year. Photo courtesy of the Washington State Leadership Board

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Federal Way nonprofit wins statewide award

Mujer al Volante was selected as the Washington Organization of the Year 2024 by the Washington State Leadership…

”Monarch City.” Photo courtesy of SIFF

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SIFF reviews: “Monarch City” and “BLKNWS: Terms Conditions”

51st Seattle International Film Festival includes films with a Northwest connection.

The Federal Way Senior Commission organized the third annual Senior Resource Fair on May 16, 2025. Photo by Bruce Honda.

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Senior Health and Resource Fair meets a need in Federal Way

See photos of the annual event sponsored by the Federal Way Senior Commission.