PinehurstFest & Hub Outreach
2025-07-19 14:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Pinehurst Playfield, 12029 14th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98125, United States
This festive outdoor event is an opportunity for neighbors to meet each other and build community. Live music from Pinehurst musicians, children’s activities, information from community organizations, refreshments and much more! The Pinehurst Emergency Hub is staffing a table to educate neighbors and collect contact info. Everyone is welcome.

Saturday, Feb 19
2-5pm
12029 14th Ave NE

FLDigi Workshop - ALL are welcome!
2025-07-19 15:00 - 16:15 | Greenwood Library, 8016 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WA, 98103, United States
Fast, Light, Digital
Ham – and GMRS – radio operators can receive digital information by placing their radio next to a laptop computer. Fast, Accurate communications! (Only Ham radios can send digital messages…)

Saturday, July 19
3pm to 4:30pm’ish (leave when you feel comfortable using FLDigi)
Greenwood Library (8016 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103)

REGISTER HERE… https://signup.com/go/jiajeEn
Note:

GMRS radio must be able to monitor Ham frequencies
Laptop must have a working microphone
The FLDigi program must be loaded on the laptop. Directions available HERE.

During the workshop, Elmers will ensure you can receive digital messages. Once you’ve been successful, you’ll be asked to shut down your laptop and reboot so you’re comfortable troubleshooting the program from a hard stop.
Download the FLDigi program to your laptop before the workshop. Directions available HERE.
If you struggle with the download, come anyway. We’ll have the program on a thumb drive and can help on site!

Grand Opening & Mini-Hub Drill - Crown Hill
2025-07-20 | Crown Hill Park, 9089 Holman Rd NW, Seattle, Washington, 98117, United States
Help us celebrate our newly-energized Hub. And, see a Hub-in-Action!

Sunday, July 20
Time: 1pm to 3pm
Crown Hill Park (9089 Holman Rd NW, Seattle, WA 98117)

Open to all!!

Ham Connect for new & aspiring amateur radio operators
2025-07-22 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual Meeting, WA
The Hubs are the host of this event, where you will meet other experienced hams and have an opportunity to learn how to use your new knowledge to participate more fully in the world of ham radio. This includes activities such as contesting, getting on HF, outdoor activities like Parks on the Air, DIY antenna building, and how to prepare for and participate in emergency communication (EmComm) either from home or in the field. This preparation often involves fun events that provide community service while expanding radio skills.
This is a virtual only event; the link will be found on the Ham Connect webpage http://www.hamconnect.org
Participating groups to give Ham Connect presentations:

Seattle Auxiliary Communications Service (ACS), http://www.seattleacs.org
Seattle Emergency Communication Hubs, https://seattleemergencyhubs.org
West Seattle Amateur Radio Club (WSARC), https://www.w7aw.org
Puget Sound Repeater Group (PSRG), https://web.psrg.org
West Washington Medical Services Team (WW7MST) http://www.ww7mst.org
Cascadia Radio, https://www.cascadiaradio.org

Hub Captains meeting
2025-07-24 19:00 - 20:30 | Online via Zoom
We gather to share information about citywide activities, what the Network is doing, and what each Hub is doing.
Zoom link will come out in the agenda.
If you are unable to attend, meetings are recorded. However, consider sending a representative from your Hub.

Hub info table@ Magnolia Summerfest
2025-08-02 10:00 - 16:00 | Magnolia Summerfest!, 3213 Wheeler Street, Seattle, WA, 98199, United States
This year, the Magnolia Community Council has invited your neighbors with
the Magnolia Emergency Communications Hub to share space at Summerfest, Saturday, August 2nd.
Hub staffers will show how we can prepare for and respond to emergencies and disasters.
Seismic events and regional power outages can cut off Magnolia very quickly.
Neighbors can
1) learn why hubs are needed & how they work
2) photograph information
3) participate with a script
4) get on the Hub’s mailing list for training, exercises and preparedness events.

National Night Out - Gather with Neighbors!
2025-08-05 | WA
First Tuesday in August is “National Night Out” – a chance for neighbors to gather and enjoy each other’s company. Some groups share a meal; some chat over lemonade. Some groups discuss safety or preparedness issues pertinent to their neighborhood; some just catch up and welcome newcomers to the group.
Whatever your style, just make sure you meet your neighbors. There is no better predictor of how well a neighborhood will withstand a disaster than how well connected they were before it struck.
We are social creatures; we are better together.
Register your block or apartment buiding – or find gatherings near you – HERE!!
NNO is Tuesday, August 5th. Don’t miss it!!

Madison Park Hub Show and Tell drill
2025-08-16 13:00 - 15:30 | Madison Park Hub, 4201 E Madison St, Seattle, WA, 98112, United States
Madison Park Hub will have a Show and Tell drill Saturday, August 16th | 1:00–3:30 PM at our Hub location in Madison Park (outside the tennis courts).
At this drill, we’ll practice setting up and taking down the Hub equipment (canopies, tables, and more) and testing some of our scripts and processes.
Here’s what we’ll do during the drill:

Set up the hub equipment together (45–60 minutes)
Walk through the stations and explain their purpose (20–30 minutes)
Pack it all back up (about 30-45 minutes)

All are welcome to help or observe!

Grand Opening & Mini Drill - Haller Lake
2025-08-17 10:30 - 14:00 | Haller Lake Community Club, 12579 Densmore Ave N, Seattle, WA, 98105, United States
Haller Lake is showing off their gear and hosting a mini-exercise. There’s an Art Show going on at the same time. Stop by!!

Sunday, Aug 17
10:30 am to 2:00pm
Haller Lake Community Club (12579 Densmore Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133)

In person. FREE. Park on Ashworth AVE N and enter the campus from the west. We will set up in the east parking lot. OPEN TO ALL.
This is a drill – my volunteers and I are going to set up the canopies, deploy the tables, and simulate a disaster.

Cal Anderson Hub info table @ Capitol Hill Garage Sale
2025-08-17 15:00 - 17:30 | Cal Anderson Park, 1700 11th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122, Seattle, WA, 98122, United States
Stop by near the shelter house in Cal Anderson Park to learn more about the newest Hub up on Capitol Hill!

Open House / Hub Drill - Lake City
2025-08-23 10:00 - 12:00 | 13000 Lake City Way NE, Seattle, WA 98125, 13000 Lake City Way NE, Seattle, 98125, United States
Join us as we set up our gear and practice supporting neighbors!

Saturday, August 23
10am to noon
Fred Meyer parking lot – SE corner

13000 Lake City Way NE, Seattle, WA 98125

ALL are welcome!!
Snacks!
Stop by!

Hub info table @ Admiral Block Party
2025-08-23 11:00 - 19:00 | In the heart of the Admiral District
Come party at the annual Admiral Block Party! Stop by and meet your Admiral District Emergency Communication Hub — we’ll be there with an info table and good vibes! The Admiral Hub is looking for new volunteers who want to help their neighbors in times of disaster. Whether you’re curious or committed, swing by to learn how you can get involved and make a difference in your community.

North Capitol Hill - Neighborhood Drill
2025-08-24 14:30 - 17:30 | Seventh Day Adventist Church Volunteer Park, 1300 E Aloha St, Seattle, WA, 98102, United States
This will be an in-person drill to practice standing up and operating the Hub in the event of a major disaster.
OPEN TO ALL.

Sunday, Aug 24
2:30pm to 5:30pm
Stop by any time!
Parking lot – 1300 E Aloha St, Seattle, WA 98102

The goal is to engage North Capitol Hill neighbors in the Hub’s catchment area.
No need to register.
More information at https://seattleemergencyhubs.org/capitol-hill/

Cal Anderson Hub Soft Grand Opening
2025-08-26 17:30 - 19:30 | Cal Anderson Park, 1700 11th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122, Seattle, WA, 98122, United States
The Cal Anderson Hub is coming on-line and invites you to stop by and learn more about the purpose of the Hub and how you can help your neighbors in a disaster.

Deep Dive
2025-08-28 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual Meeting, WA
We explore topics, in depth, to gain a greater understanding of our role after a large event (earthquake, power grid failure, etc.)
Every other 4th Thursday – Feb, Apr, Jun, Aug, Oct
On Zoom, link sent out via Hub Captains email

GMRS radio network check in
2025-09-01 20:00 - 20:15, 2025-09-08 20:00 - 20:15, 2025-09-15 20:00 - 20:15 | On the Air, Seattle, WA, United States
1st Monday of the month – Channel 1 repeater
2nd Monday of the month – Channel 2 repeater
3rd Monday of the month – Channel 4 repeater
4th Monday of the month – Channel 6 repeater
5th Monday of the month – Available for hubs to get on their assigned sector repeaters and test hub to hub communications, or practice per-sector nets.

This is a weekly on-air talk around to test our radios and antennas. There will not be a formal net, please come up on the weekly designated channel and connect with other GMRS hub radio operators. Share announcements, compare radios signal strength, meet new operators; this is to encourage participation and ensure our equipment is always in working order.

Happy Hour - Capitol Hill Community
2025-09-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Nomadic Wine Dispensary, 700 Broadway East, Suite A, Seattle, WA, 98102, United States
Come meet neighbors and find out what is going on in Capitol Hill. This month our guests will be the Cal Anderson Park Emergency Hub and the North Capitol Hill Emergency Hub.

Thursday, September 4
5pm to 7pm
Nomadic Wine Dispensary (700 Broadway E., Suite A)

Questions? Please contact Chris at CHCC.officers@gmail.com
Sponsored by the Capitol Hill Community Council!

Ham Radio Class - #1
2025-09-06 08:30 - 16:30 | Meadowbrook Community Center, 10517 35th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98125, United States
Ham Radio Class

Saturday, Sep 6 – and – Saturday, Sep 20
8:30am to 4:30pm
Meadowbrook Community Center (10517 35th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98125)
$20 (paid to Seattle Parks & Rec – not ACS or the Instructors)
Register at THIS LINK (enrollment opens 8/12)

Licensing exam will be held at the conclusion of class on Sep 20
Exam costs $15 and is collected by the exam team at the time of the exam.

FCC license costs $35 and is collected by the FCC at the time a license is granted
FCC license is valid for 10 years

Class is sponsored by Seattle’s Auxiliary Communications Service (ACS)

Scholarships are available…

If you have any questions, please email Christian Helfrich at christian.d.helfrich@gmail.com.

Bike to Seven "Emergency Hubs" in NE Seattle
2025-09-06 10:45 - 13:30 | University Heights Community Center, 5031 University Way NE, Seattle, WA, 98105, United States
Bike ride starts at University Heights Center and ends at Ravenna Park Tennis Courts.
Meet at 10:45am near the University Heights Garden P-Patch https://maps.app.goo.gl/sKsphukF2XbJhT5Y7
Roll at 11am
If you’re interested in attending this event, please rsvp at https://everydayrides.com/events/689c1d542bbdc11af8efee25
Learn more about Seattle’s volunteer-run “Emergency Hubs” during a bike ride. For this event, we’ll be visiting seven NE Emergency Hubs. (There are more, this is meant to be an introduction!)
Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/51881553
This ride will be just under 10 miles and will be at a casual pace (8-10mph). Please make sure your bike is maintained and in good working order, don’t forget helmets, snacks, and water. See you then!
Find out more about Seattle’s Emergency Hubs here: https://seattleemergencyhubs.org/
Check out the Hub map and consider putting together your own neighborhood ride: https://seattleemergencyhubs.org/seattle-emergency-neighborlink-map/
More info? Contact Lore at calluna.place@gmail.com

Hubs "Represent" - View Ridge (Party in the Park)
2025-09-07 14:00 - 17:00 | View Ridge Playfield, 4408 NE 70th, Seattle, WA, 98115, United States
Hub volunteers will be at View Ridge’s well-attended “Party in the Park” to educate (and inspire) neighbors to consider an Emergency Hub in the View Ridge community. Stop by if you are in the neighborhood!!

Sunday, Sep 7th
2pm – 5pm
View Ridge Playfield (4408 NE 70th, 98115)

Featuring:

The Ranken File Band
Pizza, sub sandwiches, hot dogs, PCC drinks and fruit, cookies
Projects to build from Home Depot
Face Painting, Balloon Guy, Art Table, Little Kickers Soccer, Popcorn, Cotton Candy
Local Artists
Historical Photos of the neighborhood
Seattle Fire Department
Roosevelt HS Frisbee Champs
University District Food Bank (please bring a donation)

Cal Anderson Hub Urban Survival Skills Fair
2025-09-07 15:00 - 17:00 | Cal Anderson Park, 1700 11th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122, Seattle, WA, 98122, United States
Interested in learning disaster survival skills in case of “the big one”? Stop by the multiple informational tables at Cal Anderson Park, near the Shelterhouse and Sun Bowl to learn those skills. Topics include how to build a disaster bag, creating a communications plan, sanitation in disaster etc.
Stop by any time during the fair and tour the tables at your own speed.
Event is free and open to all!

Leschi Community Council Preparedness presentation
2025-09-10 19:00 - 20:30 | Grace United Methodist Church, 722 30th Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
For their September meeting, join the Leschi Community Council for a special presentation by the City of Seattle Office of Emergency Management on disaster preparedness.
RSVP at this link

Wedgwood Community Picnic
2025-09-13 15:00 - 19:00 | Hunter Tree Farm, 7730 35th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98115, United States
Hub Volunteers will be present at Wedgwood’s annual picnic to educate neighbors about Seattle’s Emergency Hubs and basic household preparedness. Stop by if you get a second!!

Saturday, Sep 13
3pm to 7pm
Hunter Tree Farm (7744 35th Ave NE, 98115)

A cherished family tradition since 2016, the annual Wedgwood Community Picnic brings Northeast Seattle residents and area small businesses together in a fun and interactive manner.

Ravenna Park Hub Drill
2025-09-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Ravenna Park, 2298 NE 54th St., Seattle, WA, 98105, United States
In person and OPEN to ALL!
Snacks and Giveaways!

Sunday, Sep 14th
11am to 1pm
South Ravenna Park, 5520 Ravenna Ave NE, 98105

Near the tennis court

Stop by! You’ll be so glad you did!
It’s a great chance to see a Hub-in-action!

Cedar River Watershed Tour
2025-09-18 09:00 - 16:30 | WA
Interested in where Seattle water comes from?
Explore the intersections of water access, climate change and equity at the Cedar River Municipal Watershed through a partnership with Seattle Public Utilities. You will get hands-on, experiential learning in a protected mountain watershed that is closed to unsupervised public access. Participants will be guided through the Education Center and on short walks to explore Chester Morse Lake and the Cedar River Waterfall. Discussions will include how you as a rate-payer can engage in civic decision-making about the essential resource we use every day.

Thursday, Sep 18th
9am to 4:30pm
18+ years old
$40
Bring a sack lunch and water bottle, dress warm and be prepared to walk up to ½ mile.

MUST Register with Seattle Parks & Rec.
– Registration opens 8/12/25

Ham Radio Class - #2
2025-09-20 08:30 - 16:30 | Meadowbrook Community Center, 10517 35th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98125, United States
Second Ham Radio Class in the series…

Ham Radio Class

Saturday, Sep 6 – and – Saturday, Sep 20
8:30am to 4:30pm
Meadowbrook Community Center (10517 35th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98125)
$20 (paid to Seattle Parks & Rec – not ACS or the Instructors)
Register at THIS LINK
Class is sponsored by Seattle’s Auxiliary Communications Service (ACS)
Licensing exam will be held at the conclusion of class on Sep 20

Exam costs $15 and is collected by the exam team at the time of the exam.

FCC license costs $35 and is collected by the FCC at the time a license is granted; an FCC license is valid for 10 years.

Scholarships are available…

If you have any questions, please email Christian Helfrich at christian.d.helfrich@gmail.com.

Madison Valley Community Social & Hub tour
2025-09-20 12:00 - 15:00 | MLK Fame Community Center, 3201 E Republican St., Seattle, 98112, United States
The greater Madison Valley community is invited to a Community Social to meet neighbors and learn how we can help each other after a disaster. Take a tour of the Hub to see how it operates and learn about preparing for disasters. Food and beverages are provided.

Saturday, Sep 20
Noon to 3pm
MLK Fame Center (3201 E Republican St, Seattle, WA 98112)

We hope to see you there!!

Phinney - "Ridge Quake"
2025-09-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Phinney Neighborhood Center, 6532 Phinney Ave. N, Seattle, WA, 98103, United States
See the Phinney Emergency Hub in action during our “Ridge Quake” activity.
You can participate by playing the role of a neighbor who comes to the Hub following a disaster. There’s no acting involved; you just read a few lines from a slip of paper. Or you can come just to observe. It’s all beneficial!

Saturday, Sep 20
Stop by any time between 1pm and 3pm!
Phinney Center (6532 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA 98103)

We’ll be in the upper parking lot
Parking is available in the lower lot off of N. 67th Street

This is an event for the whole family!
We hope to see you there!
Email phinneyhub@gmail.com with questions.
