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Federal Way Centerstage Theatre Romantic Comedy

The romantic comedy "I Love You Because" is being performed Feb 5 - 21 at the Knutzen Family Theatre at Dumas Bay, which is a fantastic setting in Federal Way .. for more details, and to see about buying tickets, please go directly to the Centerstage website .  The comedy is about 2 brothers and dating in New York city .. directed by Brandon Ivie of the 5th Avenue Theatre and starring Don Daryl Rivera, voted the 2009 "Person to Watch" by the Puget Sound theater community. Grab your sweetie and enjoy great,  local entertainment!

Federal Way - The Region's Hottest Spanish Music & Flamenco Dance!

Carmona Flamenco and Correo Aereo - Hosted at the Knutzen Family Theatre this weekend, Saturday April 18th at 8PM - tickets are selling fast - just $12 - $16  Box Office 253-835-2020 or go online to http://www.kftevents.com to order and read more about the performers.

You may have heard & seen these artists perform in Seattle at the Folklife Festival or Bumbershoot - and there is more to learn at www.fanw.org/carmonaflamenco.html

Federal Way Mayor Hosts First of Four Town Hall Meetings

Mayor Jack Dovey is hosting an informal town hall meeting on March 25th, 6:30 PM at the Federal Way Community Center, 876 S 333rd St, near the Celebration Park campus. This is a great opportunity for area residents and business people to learn and ask questions about life in Federal Way, as it is and what's new and coming soon. The mayor will give a brief update, and area service clubs will make a short presentation on volunteer opportunities in the community. 

For more information, contact Brook at 253-835-2401.

Springtime Variety for Federal Way Parks, Recreation & Cultural Activities

 

Spring is in the air, and Federal Way residents have lots of choices to keep them busy, learning and involved. Check out the schedule of events right here.

 

Knutzen Theatre Federal Way - Take The Kids this Weekend

Goldilocks

 

 

Saturday at 11 am & 1 pm

Golden curls and mood swings do not necessarily mix with an over-pampered but adorable baby bear.  Can a famished little lost girl put her spoiled behavior on the back shelf and learn how to be a friend to a lonely baby bear who hungers for a playfellow?  Through listening and taking turns, these two misfits discover the power of having fun and being a friend. 

Tickets: $8.00 available at the theatre or online at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/35583

More info: 253-835-2020

Location: Knutzen Family Theatre

3200 SW Dash Point Road

Federal Way, WA 98023

An Hour At the Park - It's Worth Stopping the Car!

I took a day of R & R with my fit and fidgety husband yesterday. Since we often do our best bonding on walks and drives, we decided to spend some time outside visiting this great little park in the south end of Federal Way that everyone drives past, but seldom stops to discover. This park has been open only one year, and it's clean, has a bathroom facility and lots of charm and photo opportunities too.

In one hour we walked the 1 mile trail loop, plus approximately 1 more mile on the side trails, viewed 2 hidden lakes, walked on both a nice gravel path and a long loop section of boardwalk with viewing decks, saw well marked ancient trees, and learned alot about the variety of birds, and general ecology in the area. It's mostly wooded, so you'll want to pick a sunny day to go, if possible. And it's fine for children because strollers will work, and there are nice benches to rest along the way.

When you first park the car, you'll see two, old wooden buildings that have been preserved for their historical value - one is The Barker Cabin, Federal Way's oldest original homestead standing, and the other is the rugged one-time real estate office of David Denny, one of the original founders of Seattle. Both buildings were moved from their original locations, to this park site in 1992 & 1993.

This is the West Hylebos Park located on the south side of S 348th St roughly between 9th Ave S and Pacific Hwy.  See Map for Location

Don't Miss Your Chance - Live Comedy Theatre Right Here in Federal Way!

JAN 23 - FEB 1 Knutzen Family Theatre - For story line and ticket info and purchases go to http://www.cityoffederalway.com/Page.aspx?page=621

Scheduled for Friday/Sat 8PM, Sunday at 2PM  

Directed by Holly Rose - student & senior discount.

Health - New Year - Free Event - Federal Way Health Fair - Sat. Jan 10th

    Today's  press release from the City of Federal Way headlines Joe Piscatella, founder of the Institute for Fitness & Health, who will give a free presentation at 11:00am on raising healthy kids. But, this event is for everyone, adults and kids alike: free blood screenings, bone density checks, etc.

Start 2009 with a plan to be healthier - Saturday, Jan 10th, 10am to 2 pm at the Federal Way Community Center, 876 S 333rd St, next to Celebration Park - check it out!

Christmas Trees in Federal Way - Fresh and Fragrant!

Anyone still looking to buy your live/fresh tree?? Federal Way has an abundant supply at the 2 places I scouted out yesterday.

The Oriental Garden Center has a variety, and prices starting at $25.99 - $85.99. Douglas Firs, Grand and Noble Firs. The Noble is the priciest at $85.99 for an 8 footer acording to Dave at 253-839-1639. They are located at 30650 Pacific Hwy S, across from Federal Way High School.

 

The Local Boys at the Commons Mall on 320th and Pacific Hwy, have the most abundant supply of trees - and new ones arrive every 3 days according to Trevor Jones, owner, at 253-839-5722. Their prices range from $18.99 to $199.99 and the choices seem endless as far as variety goes! In business every Christmas Season for the past 43 years, Local Boys was formerly called Tacoma Boys. They have one other tree lot at the fruit stand in Purdy right near the bridge.

 

More Great Things About Federal Way!

Two of my favorite things about Federal Way are:

1. We have so many properties and neighborhoods with Spectacular Views and Waterfront Settings!

    Properties with Puget Sound, Vashon Island and Olympic Mountain views all in   combination; properties with outstanding views of majestic Mt Rainier and the Cascade range; and several fresh water lakes with boating, fishing and swimming opportunities.  Many of our homes are waterfront - either salt water (Puget Sound) or fresh water lakes. In the Redondo community there's a public boat launch for getting out onto the Sound, and there's also a half mile long pedestrian boardwalk to get out and enjoy fantastic salty air while taking in the scenery.

2. Culture & Higher Education

   The Federal Way Symphony is World Class! We have Centerstage Theatre which brings live theatre to us throughout the year at the Knutzen Family Theatre. We have the Federal Way Chorale, which brings us some of the best voices in the region. We have 2 great libraries, a Highline Community College campus, and a University of Washington campus is just a stone's throw away in Tacoma.