TRCO Academy of Music and Arts workshop series: The Triumphed Recording Company is hosting a free after school program for youth interested in the music industry. The 4 week clinic will run from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesday Jan. 27 through Feb. 23rd at the Federal Way Community Center located at 876 South 333rd Street.
FWPS School Board: School board meeting at 6 p.m. on January 28 at Adelaide Elementary located at 1635 SW 304th St in Federal Way.
Blood Drive: The City of Federal Way is partnering with Bloodworks Northwest to host a blood drive at City Hall from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Jan. 30. City Hall is located at 33325 8th Avenue South in Federal Way. Walk-ins may be available but spots are limited.
Wellness Workshops, Intro to Affirmations: From 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 29 enjoy a workshop for kids, teens and adults to learn steps to build self-confidence and resilience at the Federal Way 320th Library located at 848 South 320th Street in Federal Way. Through engaging activities and guided reflection, cultivate a mindset of self-love and unlock their full potential. Facilitated by Teaching With Love and Care. Register online or by contacting SandraRosa at srbryant@kcls.org
Let’s Create! An Interactive Content Creation Workshop: For people who are interested in content creation, this free event is from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. Jan. 30 at Keller Williams Realty Puget Sound, 33434 8th Avenue South, Federal Way. The workshop will focus on preparing for and filming video, editing, posting strategies, scripting and more.
Free Tax Help: Free individualized tax preparation assistance will be provided by trained AARP volunteers between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 6 at the Federal Way 320th Library at 848 South 320th Street in Federal Way. There are no age or income limits. Register online at https://www.aarp.org/money/taxes/aarp_taxaide/locations/ or by calling 253-237-4406
Hot off the Presses: The Federal Way Mirror invites the public to join the newspaper staff from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Feb. 11 at Poverty Bay Café for informal conversation, coffee, beer, wine and appetizers. People can ask the newspaper staff about their work or talk about issues affecting the region, such as homelessness, addiction and development, all while supporting a local business and the work of nonprofit FUSION to serve families in need. Poverty Bay Café is located at 1108 South 322nd Place in Federal Way, north of Celebration Park.
FWPS School Board: School board meeting at 6 p.m. on Feb. 11 at Evergreen Middle School located at 26812 40th Avenue South, Building A in Kent.
State of the City Address: Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell’s annual State of the City Address will be held at 6 p.m. Feb. 13 at the Performing Arts and Event Center, 31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way South. The event is free and open to the public.
Cirque Kalabante – Afrique en Cirque: At 4 p.m. on Feb. 27 at the Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center, located at 31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way South.
Blueberry Pruning Seminar: Learn to prune blueberry bushes in this free seminar from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on March 1 at the Hylebos Blueberry Farm located at 630 South 356th Street in Federal Way.
Family Prom: On Saturday March 1, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at the Federal Way Community Center located at 876 South 333rd Street, get ready for a magical evening on the new twist on the beloved Sweetheart Ball. This special event is designed for children and their beloved adult heroes to share a night full of fun and memories. Dance the night away, enjoy light refreshments, and visit our concessions for extra fun! Capture the moment with professional event portraits, and join in on the games and activities throughout the evening. Semi-Formal and/or Superhero Attire Encouraged!
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