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Stories in Place, Black History Month, and more!



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Stories in Place: Grandpa’s Room (West Kong Yick)

As part of our “Stories in Place” series, Betty Lau reminisces about her family’s history in the Chinatown International District and her childhood days spent in her grandfather's room in West Kong Yick building on South King St. "My parents often took us to the West Kong Yick building for Grandpa to babysit us...I loved Grandpa’s company. He took us everywhere in Chinatown, proudly introducing us to his friends —the Aunties and Uncles who worked in their shops.”

Read more in the Front Porch Blog. [ https://frontporch.seattle.gov/2025/02/13/stories-in-place-grandpas-room-west-kong-yick/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]








A woman standing at profile smiling, wearing a gray suit jacket. [ https://seattlechannel.org/videos?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery&videoid=x173443 ]

*Meet Jenifer Chao, Director of Seattle Department of Neighborhoods* [ https://seattlechannel.org/videos?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery&videoid=x173443 ]



A black and white photo of a two story house with a brick front porch. [ https://frontporch.seattle.gov/2025/02/11/landmarks-preservation-board-to-consider-nomination-of-burwell-house/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]

*Landmarks Preservation Board to Consider Nomination of Burwell House [ https://frontporch.seattle.gov/2025/02/11/landmarks-preservation-board-to-consider-nomination-of-burwell-house/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]*





[ https://frontporch.seattle.gov/2025/03/03/city-departments-come-together-to-celebrate-black-history-month/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]

*City Departments Come Together to Celebrate Black History Month* [ https://frontporch.seattle.gov/2025/03/03/city-departments-come-together-to-celebrate-black-history-month/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]



A group of people painting a large mural in an intersection [ https://frontporch.seattle.gov/2025/01/16/city-of-seattles-food-equity-fund-grant-now-accepting-applications/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]

*Get Funding for Your Community Project through the Neighborhood Matching Fund* [ https://frontporch.seattle.gov/2025/01/06/get-funding-for-your-community-projects-through-the-neighborhood-matching-fund-5/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]







Other City News

*Applications Open for Food Equity Fund:* "Community-based organizations working to address food education, access, and security in Seattle are encour"aged to apply. Learn more about the Food Equity Fund and apply by March 17. [ https://frontporch.seattle.gov/2025/01/16/city-of-seattles-food-equity-fund-grant-now-accepting-applications/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]

*Mayor Harrell Delivers 2025 State of the City Address:* "Reflecting on historic progress made over the last three years, Mayor Harrell outlines key priorities for the year ahead Seattle. Read highlights of the State of the City address. [ https://harrell.seattle.gov/2025/02/18/mayor-harrell-delivers-2025-state-of-the-city-address-seattle-on-the-rise/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]
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*Democracy Vouchers Sent to Seattle Residents:* "Seattle residents registered to vote will receive four $25 vouchers in the mail which can be used to support City of Seattle candidates in upcoming elections. Residents do not have to be a registered voter to use vouchers. Learn more about Democracy Vouchers. [ https://www.seattle.gov/democracyvoucher?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]"

*Registration for Spring Classes and Activities Opens March 4:* "Seattle Parks and Recreation’s Spring 2025 program brochures are here! Get out and celebrate the awakening from the long winter. Check out all the in-person, drop-in, and virtual programs being offered this spring. [ https://parkways.seattle.gov/2025/02/24/spring-2025-classes-and-activities/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]
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*Make a Difference in Your Community. Sign Up to Volunteer at the Seattle/King County Clinic:* "Thousands of people in your community don’t have access to or can’t afford the healthcare they need. You can help by volunteering at the region's largest volunteer-driven free health clinic this April 24-27, 2025, at Seattle Center. Clinical and non-clinical roles available. Learn more and register to volunteer today! [ http://www.seattlecenter.org/volunteers?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]"

*Check out the ARTS at King Street Station Exhibition and Event Calendar:* "From live jazz to a Solstice party, Seattle ARTS has something for everyone this year. ARTS at King Street Station is excited to host a vibrant lineup of local artists and curators. Admission is free. See the full 2025 exhibition and event schedule. [ https://artbeat.seattle.gov/2025/02/19/arts-at-kss-2025/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] "

*Metro Fare Inspection to Resume in March:* "King County Metro is planning a phased approach to returning to fare inspection beginning on March 31. See dates and steps for the return of fare inspection. [ https://kingcountymetro.blog/2025/01/06/king-county-metro-to-resume-fare-inspection-in-march-2025/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]"

*Summer Camp Registration Opens March 18:* "Seattle Parks and Recreation and the Associated Recreation Council offers summer day camps for children ages 5-12 years. Learn more about camps and locations. [ https://parkways.seattle.gov/2025/02/20/save-the-date-for-summer-camp-registration-2/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] "

In The Community

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The Sound of Jackson Street: Seattle’s Jazz Legacy

It might surprise some to learn that Jackson Street and Seattle’s Central District were once the epicenter of a musical revolution. Trailblazing Black musicians turned the neighborhood into a jazz powerhouse, despite discrimination and segregation. In honor of Black History Month, King5’s Facing Race takes a look back at the city's vibrant jazz scene of the past and how it remains an enduring symbol of cultural expression, community, and resilience today.

Watch full story on King 5. [ https://www.king5.com/video/news/community/facing-race/the-sound-of-jackson-street-seattles-jazz-legacy?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]



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A group of people with somber expressions walking down the street holding protest signs.
Seattle Japanese American Community Gathers for Day of Remembrance 83 Years After WWII Incarceration Camps

On Feb. 19, with rain coming down and a chill in the air, a group of Japanese Americans — some of whom were incarcerated in internment camps during World War II and others descendants of families sent to those camps — marched in procession to the thunder of taiko from Seattle's Hing Hay Park to Chiyo's Garden, a small sanctuary in the heart of the city's historic Japantown (Nihonmachi). The procession reenacted what their ancestors were forced to do in 1942 when the United States government forcibly removed and incarcerated Japanese Americans (many of whom were U.S. citizens) into concentration camps located in harsh U.S. interior lands.

Read full story in the South Seattle Emerald. [ https://southseattleemerald.org/news/2025/02/20/seattle-japanese-american-community-gathers-for-day-of-remembrance-83-years-after-wwii-incarceration-camps?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]



Share Your Input

*Share Your Input for the Future of Westlake Park:* "Community is invited to learn more and share their thoughts on the reimagining of Westlake Park. Join Seattle Parks and Recreation and Seattle Parks Foundation to provide feedback on March 5 from 10:30 a.m. to noon at 1500 4th Ave. Learn more about Reimagine Westlake Project. [ https://parkways.seattle.gov/2025/02/26/share-your-input-for-the-future-of-westlake-park-2/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]"





Resources

Seattle Area Construction Look Ahead [ https://www.seattle.gov/transportation/projects-and-programs/programs/pedestrian-program/construction-coordination-and-mobility-management/project-and-construction-coordination-map?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]
Seattle Customer Service Bureau [ https://www.seattle.gov/customer-service-bureau?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]
Office of the Mayor [ https://harrell.seattle.gov/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]
Seattle City Council [ https://www.seattle.gov/council?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]
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