Community Emergency Response Team Class: Federal Way’s emergency management department is holding a CERT class from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesdays, from Feb. 2 through March 23. The free class includes emergency first aid, search and rescue, fire suppression and more. RSVP to FWEM@cityoffederalway.com or call (253) 835-2704.
Federal Way Kiwanis: The Kiwanis host a guest speaker at its weekly meetings, which begin at noon Wednesdays at Old Country Buffet, located off South 320th Street across from The Commons mall. February speakers include Shelly Puariea of the Boys and Girls Club, Feb. 2; State Auditor Brian Sonntag, Feb. 9; Michael Velling, local sand sculptor, Feb. 23. To learn more, e-mail Bill May: bill-may@mayservices.com.
Book group: The Multicultural Book Group will discuss “Escape” by Carolyn Jessop at 7 p.m. Feb. 9 at the Federal Way 320th Library, 848 S. 320th St. This autobiography describes life growing up inside the Fundamentalist Latter Day Saints cult in Colorado City, Ariz., and her escape from the cult with her eight children. Call (253) 859-8349.
St. Luke’s Annual Women’s Event: Grandmothers, mothers, daughters, granddaughters, sisters, what a fabulous day to honor each other. It’s hard to beat a full day of “girl” time with continental breakfast, lunch and workshops for body, mind and soul. Event runs 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 12 at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 515 S. 312th St. Cost is $20 ($25 after Jan. 16). Information: (253) 941-3000 or visit www.stlukesfedway.org.
AAUW: The American Association of University Women (AAUW) will meet 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Feb. 12 at Christ Lutheran Church, 2501 SW 320th St. Federal Way Public Schools Superintendent Rob Neu will speak on the state of education in Federal Way. Call (253) 839-2220.
Tax help: Free tax assistance and preparation for taxpayers with low and middle incomes, with special attention to those age 60 and older, is available from AARP Tax-Aide from Feb. 1 through April 15. You do not need to be a member of AARP or a retiree to use this service. Volunteers are also needed. To learn more, e-mail larrymaxcy@earthlink.net.
Give blood: Puget Sound Blood Center needs donors at the Federal Way location. To schedule an appointment, call (800) 398-7888. Cascade Regional Blood Services also seeks donations. For an appointment, call (253) 945-7974.
Volunteers wanted: The Multi-Service Center Food and Clothing Bank is looking for volunteer drivers and sorters. Call Terri Turner at (253) 838-6810 or e-mail territ@multi-servicecenter.com.
