Seattle Emergency Hubs

GMRS radio network check in
2024-06-17 20:00 - 20:15, 2024-06-24 20:00 - 20:15, 2024-07-01 20:00 - 20:15, 2024-07-08 20:00 - 20:15, 2024-07-22 20:00 - 20:15, 2024-08-05 20:00 - 20:15, 2024-08-12 20:00 - 20:15, 2024-08-19 20:00 - 20:15 (America/Vancouver) | 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.

Alki Summer Celebration - Hub info table
2024-06-20 17:00 - 20:00 | Alki Playground & Whale Tail Park, 5817 SW Lander St, Seattle, 98116, United States
Stop by the Alki Community Summer Celebration to learn more about the Alki Hub. The event will be held right next to the Alki Hub area, and the Hub volunteers will be setting up a slingshot antenna as a test of their radio connectivity.

Seattle Amateur Radio Field Day - Hub info booth
2024-06-22 - 2024-06-23
As part of national Field Day, hams in Seattle will take to the field and conduct off-grid operations for 2 days in an celebration of all things ham radio. The Hubs will have both an information booth and help staff a demonstration station operating Winlink stations sending “I Am Safe” welfare messages. Many other demonstrations and operating areas to see, stop by and learn more. Operating hours are from 11 am June 22 and concludes at 2 pm on June 23
Detailed schedule of events at this link http://www.seattleradiofieldday.org/detail/in_detail.html

Deep Dive
2024-06-27 19:00 - 20:30, 2024-08-22 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual Meeting, WA
We invite an expert to our meeting to help us gain a better understanding of the challenges we will face in the event of a large-scale power grid failure, an earthquake, or some other event where communications will be greatly impacted.
Details and Zoom link will be included in the email.

Wedgwood Art Festival
2024-07-13 - 2024-07-14 | Our Lady of the Lake Parish School, 3544 NE 89th Street, Seattle, WA, 98115, United States
Hub volunteers will be present at the Festival engaging the public on the subject of individual and community preparedness.
To volunteer, contact the Wedgwood Hub at neseattleprepares@gmail.com.
If you cannot volunteer, please stop by the Festival and say Hi!!

Saturday, July 13, from 10am to 6pm
Sunday, July 14, from 10am to 5pm

POCs are Norma Jenner and Nancy Wilder.

West Seattle Summer Fest Hub Info Booth
2024-07-13 10:00 - 13:00 | West Seattle Junction, California Ave SW and SW Alaska St, Seattle , WA, 98116, United States
We will have space at the community information booth to talk with people about hazards and preparedness in West Seattle, South Park and across the city. Stop by to see what hazards you live near!

GMRS radio network check in
2024-07-15 20:00 - 20:15

Household Ready!
2024-07-21 15:00 - 15:45 | Greenwood Library, 8016 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WA, 98103, United States
Low-cost, High-value Guidance to Ensure your Household is READY for Any Disaster.

Sunday, July 21st
3pm
Greenwood Library (8016 Greenwood Ave N)

ALL are welcome!
No experience necessary – just a little curiosity!
We’ll cover just a few basics – water, toileting, the importance of connections – then open it up for questions.
Truly useful giveaways for all. Invite your neighbors!

Hub Captains Network Bi-Monthly Meeting
2024-07-25 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual Meeting, WA
This is our regular meeting 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.

GMRS radio network check in - 5th Monday
2024-07-29 20:00 - 20:15 | On the Air, Seattle, WA, United States

Duwamish River Festival - Hub info booth
2024-08-03 12:00 - 17:00 | Duwamish River People’s Park, 8700 Dallas Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98108, United States
Stop by the vibrant community of South Park celebrating Duwamish River Days to enjoy the festival and to visit our Hub information booth. Learn more about joining the South Park Hub and how to be better prepared for disasters.

Magnolia Summerfest
2024-08-03 13:00 - 15:00 | Magnolia Summerfest!, 3213 Wheeler Street, Seattle, WA, 98199, United States
Stop by and say hello… the MIQA (Magnolia, Interbay, and Queen Anne) Hub Captains will be sharing information about Hubs with the public. Plus, a volunteer from the Office of Emergency Management will be on hand to encourage the public to be prepared.

Saturday, August 3rd
1pm to 3pm
3213 Wheeler Street, 98199

Why do we need Hubs?
2024-08-04 15:00 - 15:45 | Crown Hill Center, 9250 14th Ave NW, Seattle, WA, 98117, United States
Learn why Seattle first responders and City officials will struggle to meet all the needs following a large earthquake. Learn why neighbors need to support one another as we wait for help to arrive from outside the impacted area.
Join us! ALL are welcome!

Sunday, August 4th
3pm
Crown Hill Village Center (9250 14th Ave NW)

Crown Hill is working hard to get their Hub up-and-running again; Ballard’s four Hubs are gaining traction. Folks are more interested in being prepared than ever before.
We think you will feel better after hearing the facts, as we know them, about what to expect after a large, disruptive event (like an earthquake). Understanding how, and why, the Hubs work is empowering. You’ll be glad you came!

National Night Out!
2024-08-06
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.
NNO is Tuesday, August 2nd. GATHER with Neighbors!!

Montlake Hub start up meeting
2024-08-14 18:30 - 19:30 | Montlake Library, 2401 24th Ave E., Seattle, 98112, United States
The Montlake community is organizing a Hub! Their first meeting talking with neighbors about Hubs in general and the next steps for Montlake will be where you can learn how to get engaged.

High Point Healthy Family Safety Fair - Hub info booth
2024-08-16 15:00 - 19:00 | High Point Neighborhood House, 6400 Sylvan Way SW, Seattle, WA, United States
The High Point Hub volunteers continue work to inform residents of the High Point neighborhood about the High Point Hub at Neighborhood House. Stop by and learn more about their activities.

Ham Radio - Licensing Class
2024-08-17 09:00 - 17:00 | Meadowbrook Community Center, 10517 35th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98125, United States
Amateur radio, also called ham radio, is a licensed radio service that lets you communicate with other hams around the world, even when other forms of communication are not working. Ham radio operators volunteer in their communities – and with governmental and non-governmental organizations – to help respond to disasters. It’s also a fantastic hobby, with a variety of clubs and regular events and meetings to help new operators learn and practice.
Ham radio requires a license; this class will help you get yours.
This 2-day amateur radio licensing class is focused on helping you pass the exam to obtain your Federal Communication Commission (FCC) amateur radio license. License exams are held at the conclusion of the class on August 24th and we have an exceptional pass rate.

Two Saturdays: August 17th and August 24th
9am to 5pm
Meadowbrook Community Center (10517 35th Ave NE, Seattle, 98125)

COST?

The course is $15 (for materials, instructors are trained volunteers).
The exam is free.
The FCC charges $35 to issue amateur radio licenses (valid for 10 years).

To register for the class, please email Daniel Stevens (Training Coordinator) at KL7WM@aol.com.

Hub Drill - Kirke Park (NW Seattle)
2024-08-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Kirke Park, 7028 9th Ave NW, Seattle, WA, 98117, United States
Experience a Hub-in-action! Stop by and help us train.

Sunday, Aug 18
1pm to 3pm
Kirke Park (7028 9th Ave NW)

Ballard “spruced up” their Hubs using a grant from the City of Seattle; check out their setup!

Church of Scientology Hub - Hub presentation for World Humanitarian Day
2024-08-19 18:00 - 19:30 | Church of Scientology, 300 W Harrison St, Seattle, WA, 98119, United States
If you live in the Uptown neighborhood, the Hub at the Church of Scientology parking lot would be your location for gathering. Hub volunteers will be hosting a program for World Humanitarian Day to talk about the Hub and community connecting.
Refreshments at 6pm, program starts at 6:30 pm

Disaster Preparedness: The Basics
2024-08-21 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual Meeting, WA
Have you ever wondered what you’ll do should an event disrupt your normal routine? What about your family or friends? Earthquakes, for example, do not happen every day, but that can happen and would be the worst-case scenario for Seattle. This presentation will provide an overview of the hazards that can impact Seattle, and steps community members can take to become prepared for the unexpected. Participants will receive guidance on how to develop a disaster plan, build a disaster supply kit, and organize with your neighbors to become better prepared. You’ll also receive 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.
Register at this link
For accessibility accommodations, please e-mail or text OEM@seattle.gov or 206-233-5076.
This will take place via Zoom. You do not need to have a Zoom account in order to attend. Access to the training will be provided after registration has closed. Registration will close two days prior to the class.
Can’t make any of the dates and times offered? No worries! Just click on the Training Request Form at this page: www.seattle.gov… and let us know you would like a training for your community! You can also watch educational videos instructing you on specific skills needed to make it through the worst-case scenario.

Disaster Preparedness: The Basics (Somali Language)
2024-08-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Garfield Commnity Center, 2323 E Cherry St, Seattle, WA, 98118, United States
This presentation 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. This 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.
Registration is not required.

Admiral Block Party - Hub info table
2024-08-24 11:00 - 18:00 | In the heart of the Admiral District
Come party down at the Admiral Block party – part of their Funktion celebration. The Admiral Hub is looking for new volunteers and will have an information table to help connect with people interested in helping their neighbors in disaster.
