University Heights Center

Thank you, Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal @RepJayapal, for securing a $4M grant for building improvements to preserve our historic building, increase early learning slots, and serve our community for another 121 years! 🏫 #seattle #congresswomanjayapal

Summer Park Pop Up round two is just around the corner! 🎉 Can you feel the excitement? We're counting down the hours – only 26 to go! Join us tomorrow at UHeights from 5-8 PM for live performances, community connections, and delicious food. #sppu24 #summerparkpopup

August's artist lineup is out! We can't wait to have Seattle Tango, Broadway Bound, and Neon Brass Party performing in UHeights Plaza on August 10 from 5 to 8 PM. Join us - no registration or tickets required just come hang. #SPPU24 #seattleartists #summerparkpopup

It's that time again - Sophie's weekly Box of Socks restocking! Join her as she fills the box this week with socks donated by @notestoselfsock #boxofsocks #intern

Look at these lovely lilacs! 💜 A huge thank you to our wonderful community member Joan for this gorgeous video of our UHeights lilacs dancing in the spring breeze at UHeights. What's your favorite sign of spring? 🌷 Let us know below and we can all share in the seasonal joy!

This week at UHeights, catch Seattle illustrator & mural artist Sarah Robbins refreshing a vibrant mural for the U District Farmers Market. Her bright, whimsical piece highlights seasonal produce, creating a recognizable staple for the community's open-air market.

A community member started a display on black history stories & figures years ago. Her hobby evolved into connecting with others to build an understanding of black history & people. We're digitizing part of it to commemorate #BlackHistoryMonth.

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Looking to make new friends in the neighborhood? Join us for Speed Friending on Jan 31, 10am-12pm in The Auditorium at UHeights! It's a fun, fast way for adults 60+ to meet new people. Sign up at uheightscenter.org/upcoming-events or email info@uheightscenter.org.

Brrr! It is a frigid 20° in Seattle, but the warmth from our historic boiler & light from huge crane-curtained windows brighten even the coldest day. What's your favorite part of our historic interior? Let us know! #staywarm #hygge #historicbuilding

Exhausted from your Monday? 🫠 Unwind with Filament: A Collab Lab's Manic Monday Mindful Movement class! This accessible, welcoming dance workshop helps you dance out the blues. No experience needed, just an open spirit! See you on the UHeights dancefloor: ow.ly/wVMQ50QoZRz

What moments were on your highlight reel last year? Ours were the memories we made with you! Thank you for being part of our UHeights family and caring for our community with us. We can't wait to see what we'll accomplish together in 2024! #community #highlightreel

UHeights is home - a place to create, learn, & connect. Just ask Julie! She found community by volunteering in the office and at events, letting us support more of our neighbors. You can join Julie in making a difference by volunteering or donating today: ow.ly/YqsM50QmrLr

Thanks to you, we provided 2,530 free/subsidized arts and culture tickets and hosted 176 community events. Can we count on you again in 2024? No donation is too small to keep creativity and community thriving: uheightscenter.org/donate

Thank you @Hanes for the generous donation of cozy, warm, colorful socks that will make a huge difference as the winter months approach. We're so grateful for community partners like you. #communitypartner #sockdonation #warmfeet #HanesForGood #HanesSockDrive

Good news🎉Salmon Bay Village, a short-term shelter & safe parking for people living in RVs, opens THIS WEEK! Our VRO team has collaborated with @LIHIhousing to conduct outreach and will welcome three residents this week! Fuel this life-changing work: ow.ly/nA6c50QjXoi

Big thanks to our amazing community partner @solidground for the vibrant, hand-crafted beanies and scarves! These thoughtful donations add a pop of color to our days, especially making our Marketing Manager, Hunter, smile. We appreciate you! #knit-it-alls

🙌 Help us make a difference again! Donate to support programs like Warm Winter Drive that equipped 200 people with 150+ coats, 205 blankets, & 18 haircuts AND created a space of warmth, connection, and care. uheightscenter.org/donate

We had an absolute BLAST with you last night! Thank you to everyone who came out to our Holiday Party and shared delicious food with us. We can't wait to celebrate with you again soon 🥰

📣Last Call📣 Gather your friends and family and join us for our Holiday Party on 12/7! Enjoy delicious food and drinks from local businesses, celebrate the holidays with our community, and be part of a great cause. ow.ly/cFQZ50QfeE0 #holidayparty #community #localfood

Do you like sweet things? RSVP for the UHeights Holiday Party on 12/7! ow.ly/OpKH50QfcYU Can't wait? Try this pie recipe to soothe your sweet tooth 😉 #pie #recipe #diy #registernow