GMRS radio network check in
2025-01-27 20:00 - 20:15, 2025-02-03 20:00 - 20:15, 2025-02-10 20:00 - 20:15, 2025-02-17 20:00 - 20:15, 2025-02-24 20:00 - 20:15, 2025-03-03 20:00 - 20:15, 2025-03-10 20:00 - 20:15, 2025-03-24 20:00 - 20:15 (America/Vancouver) and 3 more dates | 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.

Amateur Radio BASICS
2025-02-12 18:30 - 20:00 | Wedgwood Presbyterian Church, 8008 35th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98115, United States
Learn the pros/cons of amateur radio – FRS, GMRS, and Ham. Understand how radio communication can support your community post-disaster. (This class is for radio newbies and those considering getting into radio communications.)

Wednesday, February 12th
6:30pm
Wedgwood Presbyterian Church (8008 35th Ave NE, 98115)

This class will also be available online.
ALL participants must register – whether you’re attending in person or online.
Register to attend HERE… https://signup.com/go/DQBjSSa
* If you have a GMRS radio, bring it to class. We’ll ensure your programming is up-to-date and you’ll get a chance to talk on the radio at the end of class.

Magnolia Hub 4:30 Intro & 5:30 Hub meeting
2025-02-13 16:30 - 19:00 | Magnolia Library Branch, 2801 34th Ave West, Seattle, 98199, United States
In expanding outreach to strengthen the West Magnolia Playfield Hub, this evening will have two parts.
From 4:30 to 5:30, drop in to get an overview of what a Hub is and how it operates.
From 5:30 to 7, the Hub members will plan activities for 2025 and discuss more training plans.

Psychological First Aid for Hub Volunteers
2025-02-22 09:00 - 12:30 | North Seattle College – College Center bldg, 9600 College Way N, Seattle, WA 98103, Seattle, WA, 98103, United States
This class is for Hub volunteers and support personnel. The program will have two parts:

To teach how to provide basic care, comfort, and support to people who are experiencing disaster-related stress.
To help volunteer recognize when they are also experience stress as first responders.

Registration is required: register here
Room opens at 8:30 for coffee, course starts promptly at 9.
Parking at North Seattle College is free on the weekends.
North Seattle College, Education Building-enter on the north side, 3rd floor, room 2843A,

Disaster Preparedness Skills Fair
2025-02-23 09:00 - 12:00 | Bitter Lake Community Center, 13035 Linden Ave N, Seattle, 98133, United States
The Broadview Hubs will be offering a free Disaster Preparedness Skills Fair Sunday, February 23. This fair is held in conjunction with the annual Pancake Breakfast at Bitterlake Community Center, 9am – Noon. All you can eat pancakes and other breakfast favorites for $6! The breakfast supports recreation scholarships, youth and family programs and drop-in sessions at the community center.

Deep Dive
2025-02-27 19:00 - 20:15 | Online via Zoom
We explore topics, in depth, to gain a greater understanding of our role after a large event (earthquake, cyberattack, etc.)
Every other 4th Thursday – Feb, Apr, Jun, Aug, Oct
7pm
On Zoom…

Amateur Radio Licensing class
2025-03-01 09:00 - 17:00 | Meadowbrook Community Center, 10517 35th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98125, United States
A free amateur radio class will be held on:

Saturday, March 1st, and Saturday, March 15th
9am to 5pm on both days
Meadowbrook Community Center (10517 35th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98125)

The class will introduce participants to amateur radio practice, and prepare them to pass their license exam to be held at the conclusion of the class.

The class is FREE
A test fee of $15 will be collected by the exam team
Participants may take the class without taking the license exam

REGISTER HERE! https://forms.gle/Cy5wohdag6tx656AA
For questions, contact Christian Helfrich at christian.d.helfrich@gmail.com.

Hub Presentation for Church of Scientology Hub volunteers
2025-03-03 18:00 - 19:00 | Church of Scientology, 300 W Harrison St, Seattle, WA, 98119, United States
Join the volunteers of the Church of Scientology Hub in lower Queen Anne, we’ll be talking about Hub operations and community building.

Community Building and Outreach class
2025-03-05 18:30 - 20:00 | Beacon Hill Library, 2821 Beacon Avenue South, WA, 98144, United States
In partnership with the Department of Neighborhoods, we are hosting special training sessions for Hub volunteers to help us build community with stronger outreach. Topics covered include:

identifying organizations and partners that might be helpful in your community
outreach tips and tools
running effective meetings

* While the examples in this session will use SE and SW Hub locations, ALL are welcome to attend!
Register here

Wed, March 5th
6:30pm to 8pm (Starting promptly at 6:30pm!)

Beacon Hill Library, 2821 Beacon Ave S.

Magnolia Hub - Learn more
2025-03-13 16:30 - 19:00 | Magnolia Library Branch, 2801 34th Ave West, Seattle, 98199, United States
This session is intended for people who are interested in learning more about the Magnolia Hub and how to get involved.

Ham Connect for new & aspiring amateur radio operators
2025-03-15 10:30 - 12:00 | Salvation Army West Seattle/White Center, 9050 16th Ave SW, Seattle, WA, 98106, United States
The Hubs are a co-sponsor 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.
At this session, co-hosted by the West Seattle Amateur Radio Club and the Western Washington Medical Services Team, the WSARC club meeting and a Winlink workshop will proceed the Ham Connect program, but you are welcome and encouraged to show up at 9:30 to observe.
Participating groups to give 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, http://www.cascadiaradio.org

Additional information can be found at http://www.hamconnect.org/

GMRS radio network check in
2025-03-17 20:00 - 20:15 | WA

Hub Captains meeting
2025-03-27 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.

Put together your "Go Bag"
2025-04-02 19:00 - 19:45 | Online via Zoom
If you had to leave your home suddenly (fire next door, flood, unexpected ambulance ride) and you had a few seconds to grab a bag – what would be most helpful to take with you?
Gather those few things now – before you need them!

Wednesday, April 2nd
7pm
Via Zoom…

ALL are welcome!
Register to attend here… https://signup.com/go/hZQiAKe
Questions? Contact SeattlePrepares@gmail.com

St Joseph's School - Culture Fest
2025-04-05 11:00 - 16:00 | St. Joseph School, 700 18th Ave East, Seattle, WA, 98112, United States
Culture Fest is one of the ways we celebrate the rich diversity of our St. Joseph community with performances, arts & crafts, games, and delicious food in a festive environment.
FREE Event! Open to ALL! Stop by…
There will be a community show case. The North Capital Hill Hub will set up an information table.

Disaster Preparedness:The Basics
2025-04-05 14:00 - 15:30 | MLK Fame Community Center, 3201 E Republican St., Seattle, 98112, United States
This presentation at the MLK FAME Center provides an overview of the hazards that can impact Seattle, and steps that individuals and families can take to become more prepared to deal with them. It includes guidance on how to develop a disaster plan, build a disaster supply kit, and organize with your neighbors to become better prepared. The presentation also provides an overview of other OEM efforts including the SNAP program, Community Emergency Hubs, and the City’s new alert and notification system, Alert Seattle.
Intended Audience: This presentation is intended for a broad array of audiences. This could include a business or non-profit organization looking to increase the personal preparedness of its employees. It could also include a community group looking to improve the personal preparedness of the neighborhood or people they serve.
RSVP through Google Calendar – https://calendar.app.google/zaNfYQwNFdJHJLfB9

Community Building and Outreach class
2025-04-06 10:00 - 11:30 | North Seattle College, Education Bldg (9600 College Way N, Seattle, WA 98103), 9600 College Way N, Seattle, WA, 98103, United States
In partnership with the Department of Neighborhoods, we are hosting special training sessions for Hub volunteers to help us build community with stronger outreach. Topics covered include:

identifying organizations and partners that might be helpful in your community
outreach tips and tools
running effective meetings

* While the examples in this session will use NW and NE Hub locations, ALL are welcome to attend!
Register here

Sunday, April 6
10am to 11:30am
North Seattle College, 9600 College Way N.

Education bldg, 3rd floor, Room 2843A

Magnolia Hub 4:30 Intro & 5:30 Hub meeting
2025-04-10 16:30 - 19:00 | Magnolia Library Branch, 2801 34th Ave West, Seattle, 98199, United States
In expanding outreach to strengthen the West Magnolia Playfield Hub, this evening will have two parts.
From 4:30 to 5:30, drop in to get an overview of what a Hub is and how it operates.
From 5:30 to 7, the Hub members will discuss the upcoming citywide Hub exercise and how to prepare to participate.

Ham Connect for new & aspiring amateur radio operators
2025-04-12 10:30 - 12:00 | North Seattle College, Education Bldg (9600 College Way N, Seattle, WA 98103), 9600 College Way N, Seattle, WA, 98103, United States
The Hubs are a co-sponsor 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.
Hosted by the Seattle Auxiliary Communications Service (ACS), at this session, the ACS team meeting will precede the Ham Connect Program from 9 to 10:30 am and you would be welcome to sit in and observe. The Ham Connect Program will start at 10:30.
If attending virtually, the link will be posted on the Ham Connect webpage http://www.hamconnect.org
Participating groups to give 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

Parking at the college is free on weekends, enter at the north end of the Education Building and go up to the 3rd floor.

North Seattle radio discussion
2025-04-13 15:00 - 16:30 | Greenwood Library, 8016 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WA, 98103, United States
Let’s talk about how amateur radio operators (Ham and GMRS) can support community post-disaster in north Seattle.

Sunday, April 13th
3PM – 4:30PM
Greenwood Library (8016 Greenwood Ave. N., Seattle, WA 98103)

Discussion led by Christian Helfrich; more detailed agenda coming…
Please register here… https://signup.com/go/GqoVSJY
