Aurora Commons

Seattle Neighborhood Group invites you to share your perspective as they collaborate with the Mayor’s office to gather constructive feedback to inform the search for Seattle’s next Chief of Police.

Register: https://www.sngi.org/listen

-Saturday, September 26 | 12pm- 2pm | Van Asselt Community Center

-Monday, September 28 | 6pm- 8pm | Seattle University

-Wednesday, September 30 | 6pm- 8pm | North Seattle College

Food nourishes our bodies. Sharing a meal nourishes community.

On Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Aurora Commons offers neighbors shelf-stable meals like Cup Noodles and instant oatmeal. These simple meals create opportunities to gather, connect, and share time together.

We're currently looking for donations to help keep our pantry stocked. If you're able, we'd be grateful for donations of:

• Cup Noodles
• Instant oatmeal
• Kraft Mac & Cheese Microwavable Cups

To coordinate a drop-off, please contact Jess at [email protected].

Thank you for helping us offer hospitality and cultivate a community where everyone feels welcome. ❤️

🍋💛 A very special gift from Caroline, Daniel, and Madison.

This summer, they hosted a lemonade stand and chose to donate the proceeds to support their neighbors at Aurora Commons.

Their handwritten note and homemade lemonade stand sign were a reminder that generosity begins with an open heart.

Thank you, Caroline, Daniel, and Madison, for your kindness and generosity. You are helping make our community a place where everyone feels welcome. ❤️

☀️🍔🌭❤️ = Better Together

Join Aurora Commons next Tuesday for our annual Community BBQ as we celebrate National Night Out! Neighbors, volunteers, supporters, and community members are all welcome as we gather to share a meal, connect with one another, and celebrate our community.

We're excited to welcome everyone, and we're still looking for a few volunteers to help make the evening possible. Volunteers will assist with setup, hospitality, serving food, and cleanup. Whether you're a longtime volunteer or looking for a one-time opportunity to get involved, we'd love to have you join us.

📅 Tuesday, August 4
🕔 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Aurora Commons

Interested in volunteering? Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Con, at [email protected].

We hope you'll join us for an evening of food, friendship, and community.

Belonging means remembering one another.

Relationships don't end when someone dies. We carry their stories forward together.

Each quarter, Aurora Commons gathers to honor neighbors who have died by speaking their names, sharing stories, and holding space for grief, gratitude, and hope.

This quarter's Celebration of Life will honor neighbors who were deeply loved and an inspiration to many in our community.

📅 Tuesday, July 21
🕒 Doors open at 2 PM, Ceremony begins at 2:30 PM
📍 Aurora Commons

All are welcome to join us as we remember our neighbors, honor their lives, and bear witness to the lasting impact they have had on our community.

If you are unable to attend but would like to hold these neighbors and our community in your thoughts or prayers, we are grateful for your support.

We’re excited to partner again with PCC Community Markets on Aurora for a Summer Neighborhood Food Drive, July 8-14 😎

Help support our neighbors by picking up a few extra items when you shop 🛒

Most-needed donations:
🥫 Protein-rich, shelf-stable snacks (nut butters, protein bars)
🐾 Pet food & supplies
🧼 Hygiene essentials (toothbrushes, deodorant, menstrual products)

Every item makes a difference, for people and their pets 💛 You can also make a monetary donation at checkout.

Together, we make a meaningful difference 💛

Thank you PCC Community Markets for your partnership!

💛 TogetherTuesday is all about amplifying the power of simple acts of kindness.

Tomorrow, June 23, we invite you to look for small ways to show up for your neighbors:
✨ Offer a warm hello to someone you regularly pass by.
✨ Pick up litter in a shared community space.
✨ Share a favorite treat with a neighbor.

Looking for a way to participate at Aurora Commons?

🕔 TogetherTuesday connection time: 5–7 p.m.

Stop by to connect with staff and neighbors. If you'd like to extend a little extra kindness, consider bringing new underwear or boxer briefs for our neighbors.

Small acts can create big ripples. We'd love to see you and celebrate the power of collective generosity together.

Do you believe small acts of hospitality
make a difference?

Do you want to learn more about how we practice hospitality and build community with our neighbors experiencing poverty and homelessness?

We're currently seeking volunteers to support daytime drop-in programming, and we'd love to hear from you!

You might be a great fit if you:
🕒 Are available once a week between 9:30 AM –
1:30 PM, Monday through Thursday
🤝 Enjoy hospitality, service, and building meaningful relationships
💚 Can listen with compassion, remain open to feedback, and maintain healthy boundaries
😄 Appreciate a good sense of humor
☕ + 🐾 Appreciate the power of a warm beverage and an animal companion

And that's just the beginning!

To learn more, contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Con, at [email protected].

On Saturday, May 2, neighbors across Seattle are taking a moment to say hi, share a laugh, or do something kind - no big plans, no pressure. Just showing up for each other.

We’d love to see you at the Commons Saturday, 5/2, from 10 AM–12 PM for coffee, donuts, and a small supply drive for our neighbors. We’ve had to scale back some of our food and program supplies recently, so every bit helps.

If you’re able, consider bringing:
• New men’s boxer briefs (M, L, XL)
• Women’s underwear (bikini or boxer-style, all sizes)
• Tampons or pads
• Shelf-stable snacks (Cup-O-Noodles, instant oatmeal, protein bars)

Come by, grab a cup of coffee, and connect with neighbors. We’d love to have you. ❤️

Join us Tuesday, April 28, from 2–3:30 p.m. as we gather to remember neighbors we’ve lost. We’ll share stories, honor their journeys, and celebrate the friendships that connected us. 💛

We’re currently looking for support with food for this gathering. If you’re able, please email [email protected] to:

• Bring store-prepared snacks or appetizers to share

Your support helps make this space of remembrance and connection possible.