UPCOMING FHIA EVENTS
February 15th - winter clean-up
Join us on Saturday, February 15th from 10-11:30am to help pick up trash around the neighborhood. We are partnering with Freeway Park Association and SPU’s Adopt-A-Street Program to get First Hill glistening! Tools and instructions will be provided. Free beverages and snacks too. All ages and abilities are welcome. Sign-up to help here.
February 14th - First Hill Friday
Are you looking for opportunities to meet others in the First Hill community? Bring your friends and join neighbors and colleagues from 5-7pm on the 2nd & 4th Fridays of the month for socializing. Let's get together, hang out, and have fun! Next we're meeting up at Pho Saigon (1016 Madison St) on the 2nd Friday of February for authentic pho on First Hill!
February 12 - First Hill Forever
Swing by the Stimson-Green Mansion (1204 Minor Avenue) on February 12th sometime between noon and 2pm for our FIRST HILL FOREVER Valentine Event. Drop in to eat a cupcake from Piedmont Cafe, meet your neighbors and colleagues, take a break and unwind, tour our historic Mansion, and make a valentine for the neighborhood. Come show your love for First Hill!
PAST FHIA EVENTS
JANUARY 29TH - BUSINESS MEET-UP
We’re convening retail businesses on First Hill to connect the business community, share issues and concerns, and help build a voice for First Hill’s businesses. Please RSVP HERE. Email ellen@firsthill.org for more information.
January 24th - First Hill Friday
Are you looking for opportunities to meet others in the First Hill community? Join us from 5-7pm on the 2nd & 4th Fridays of the month for socializing. This Friday we’re meeting at Vietlicious (1303 Madison St) for delicious Vietnamese sandwiches and a 10% discount. See you Friday!
January 18th - VOLUNTEER WORK PARTY
Join us on the third Saturday of each month from 10am to noon to help pick up litter on First Hill. Meet at First Hill Park (1201 University St.) on the 18th to get equipped with grabbers and gloves. This month we'll enjoy treats from Sugar Bakery to motivate our efforts. Volunteer to help keep First Hill looking beautiful!
January 10th - First Hill Friday
Are you looking for opportunities to meet others in the First Hill community? Join us from 5-7pm on the 2nd & 4th Fridays of the month for socializing. Next we’re meeting at Yoshino Teriyaki (1010 Madison St) for some mouthwatering Japanese deliciousness. See you Friday!
December 20th - neighborhood clean-up
Join us on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 10am-noon to help pick up litter on First Hill. This month, meet at First Hill Park (1201 University St.) on Saturday, December 21st to get equipped with grabbers and gloves. We’ll gather for post pick up pizza afterwards to celebrate our efforts. Volunteer to help keep First Hill looking beautiful!
Through November - Winter clothing drive
Collect new and gently used winter clothes to help everyone stay warm this winter. Large sizes, socks, and gloves are especially helpful. Email ellen@first hill.org to arrange a pick up time at the end of the month. Both of First Hill’s neighborhood shelters (WHEEL and Salvation Army) will be sure clothes are distributed to exactly where they need to be.
November 22nd - Gold Coast Gahl
Are you looking for opportunities to meet others in the First Hill community? Join us from 5-7pm on the 2nd & 4th Fridays of the month for socializing. Next we’re meeting at Gold Coast Ghal Kitchen (1009 Boren Ave) for top-notch West Aftrican cuisine and a special drink. See you Friday!
November 16th - Rake & Plant Work Party
Join us to help rake leaves and plant spring flower bulbs in First Hill Park (1201 University St) on Saturday, November 16th from 10am-noon. Bring your rakes and hand shovels - donuts and drinks provided. Volunteer to help keep First Hill looking beautiful!
October 25th - Fall Lantern Festival
Join us for bands, beer, and brats at the Fall Lantern Festival on October 25th from 4:30 to 7:30 PM in Freeway Park. Let’s gather together to celebrate the creativity of our community and collectively embrace the change of seasons with color, light, food, and music. Join us in the upper lawn to Freeway Park as we launch the installation of hand-painted lanterns, created throughout the summer in the Park by community members.
October 31st - First Hill Pet Parade
Dress up your pet and/or yourselves (or just come as you are - all are welcome!) for a walk through the neighborhood on October 31st. We’ll meet up at First Hill Park at 6:00 PM and do a short parade through the neighborhood with our furry, feathery, fun families to do some tricks for treating before landing at Hotel Sorrento! The Hotel is graciously welcoming the community to enjoy seasonal treats (for pets & people)!