Capitol Hill Community Council | A brief history of community on the Hill (and why you should get involved)

Zachary Pullin DeWolf is the President of the Capitol Hill Community Council Growing up, my family taught me that service is a first priority, and I’ve worked hard to practice that value. Before I was born, my grandfather was the … Continue reading

Capitol Hill Community Council | A focus on empowering renters

The Capitol Hill Community Council continues elevating the issues most meaningful to our neighborhood. This month’s meeting, on Thursday, February 18 (6:00pm at 12th Ave Arts) focuses on empowering renters. Advocates for tenants will provide helpful information about the rights … Continue reading

On the List | Capitol Hill Community Council Winter Celebration, Psychedelic Holiday Freak Out, Holiday Happy Hour

The third annual Psychedelic Holiday Freak Out — born on Capitol Hill and putting the holy Christ that’s loud back into Christmas since 2013 — returns to the neighborhood this weekend after a year abroad in Ballard. Strung across three days and … Continue reading

Capitol Hill Community Council | 2nd Annual Winter Celebration is chance to reflect on year, look ahead to challenges of 2016

Your Capitol Hill Community Council hopes to continue the exciting service we’ve provided the community throughout 2015, but we can’t do it alone. We’ll need the support of our neighbors and friends in Capitol Hill – just like you – … Continue reading

Capitol Hill Community Council | The battle between fish and firm

Attending events across Seattle, particularly organizational fundraisers or campaign events, I connect with a variety of interesting people. Often, local electeds and community leaders attend and I always notice one particular behavior during these interactions. People either shake my hand … Continue reading

Capitol Hill Community Council | The neighbor in all of us

Buildings don’t create a neighborhood, the neighbors do. Creating a neighborhood requires us to work together in pursuit of shared community. The type of community that is distinct, welcoming, accessible, caring, and neighborly and only realized through the unique and diverse … Continue reading

150+ care packs for people living without a home in Capitol Hill Community Council drive

With the candidates vying to lead District 3 making plans for how to address homelessness in Central Seattle, the Capitol Hill Community Council last week took some direct action. The organization’s giving drive to assemble care packs with items like … Continue reading