Cleared for Takeoff – Breaking Barriers for Youth in Aviation: Teen author and pilot Ishitha Arekapudi will discuss her new book and share strategies for navigating flight training, accessing scholarships and building mentorship connections in aviation and aerospace careers from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. March 22 at the Federal Way Library, located at 34200 1st Way S. in Federal Way.

March of Diapers Drive: From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 22 at Fred Meyer, located at 33702 21st Ave. SW in Federal Way. The effort, hosted annually by local nonprofit Do The Right Thing, distributes baby and adult hygiene products to nearly two dozen organizations and nonprofits across the region, helping keep families stocked.

FW Pride Fundraiser: Have some fun and help raise funds for the Federal Way Pride celebration at Drag Bingo from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. March 22 at the Kent Eagles, located at 2505 S. 252nd St. in Kent.

Coffee and Conversation with City Council and School Board: On March 22, join the Federal Way City Council and the Federal Way School Board for Coffee and Conversation. The event will be held at Ebony and Ivory Coffee from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. All members of the public are welcome to come and share a cup of coffee and conversation in this open house-style meeting. Doors open at 10 a.m. for you to bring your questions, concerns, and thoughts for the Council and School Board to hear. We will be collecting donations of personal hygiene items to restock the closet items at FWPS schools 33930 Weyerhaeuser Way S., Federal Way.

Business Roundtable – Federal Way Sign Code Update: Community Development Director Keith Niven will present updates about how to make sure business signage is in compliance at this free event for the business community. Pre-register online to attend from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. March 25 at the Greater Federal Way Chamber of Commerce located at 31919 1st Ave. S., Suite 202.

Free Fix-It Event: Bring your damaged furniture, broken small household items, dull knives and torn clothing between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. March 29 to the South King Tool Library, located at 1700 S. 340th St. in Federal Way. View the full details at federalwaywa.gov/recycling.

WA Wine Bash: Enjoy live music and learn about Washington wines from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. March 29 at PYC Sweets and Wine Bar, located at 32925 1st Ave. S., Suite S, in Federal Way.

Plant stewards: The Native Plant Stewardship Program educates community volunteers about the region’s native plants and plant communities, and teaches how to use this knowledge to protect and restore Washington’s natural ecosystems. Several work parties are scheduled in Federal Way. The next work party begins at 9 a.m. April 4 at Celebration Park on 1095 South 324th Street, then on April 19 at the Steel Lake Annex. Visit www.wnps.org/events to learn more.

Fermin’s Great Book of Dreams: Centerstage Theatre’s newest show has a cast of characters that includes a mouse in a suit, a tired seagull, a studious cow and a sweet potato queen. The show runs 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Saturdays, April 5 to April 19. It is rated for general audiences and will be performed at the Knutzen Family Theatre, located at 3200 SW Dash Point Rd., Federal Way. General admission tickets are $39 in advance (online or over the phone) and $41 at the door. Student, military and senior ticket discounts are available. More details available online at www.CenterstageTheatre.com or by phone at 253-661-1444.

Trouble in Mind: Centerstage Theatre presents “Trouble in Mind.” Taking place entirely in a rehearsal space in an old New York theatre, “Trouble in Mind” brings us up close and personal with a group of artists working to open a new Broadway show. The show runs Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m., March 28 to April 20. General admission tickets are $39 in advance (online or over the phone) and $41 at the door. Student, military and senior ticket discounts are available. More details available online at www.CenterstageTheatre.com or by phone at 253-661-1444.

Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) course: The CERT basic course is nine week free program for community members to get more prepared to respond to emergencies. It runs from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday evenings from April 9 through June 4. To register, email sharon.green@cityoffederalwaywa.gov.

All the World’s a Stage – Earth Day Celebration: This free community event will include a bouncy house, face painting, gardening tips, local vendors and even a magic show from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. April 19 at the Performing Arts and Event Center, located at 31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way S. in Federal Way.

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