On Nov. 9th 2025, United Hub and EmP co-hosted another successful Senior Tech Assistance session at the Redmond Library, continuing our shared mission to bridge the digital divide for local seniors. We’re especially grateful to our amazing youth volunteers, Ivory Mixon and Michael Wang from EmP, for their patience, kindness, and expertise. Their support made a real difference as seniors arrived with their questions prepared and left with their tech challenges solved. High

On October 12 2025, the community hosted its third senior tech assistance session at the Redmond Library — and its first collaboration with the local nonprofit Emerald Parents Association (EmP) . Seniors arrived early, eager to receive help on various technology topics. A team of high school and middle school volunteers offered patient, one-on-one support, helping with tasks such as transferring photos between phones and computers, formatting text in WeChat, and connecting p

On 10/3/2025, renowned scholar Li Chunyang delivered an engaging lecture that connected centuries of cultural heritage with contemporary community life. Through her insights, the audience explored traditional art, literature, and philosophy, gaining fresh perspectives on cultural continuity and its relevance today. The event brought together a diverse group of community members, fostering meaningful dialogue and reflection. Attendees appreciated the opportunity to engage with

United Hub received requests from several seniors in our community who needed help with computers, cell phones, and AI tools. To respond, two college students volunteered their time and reserved a room at the Redmond Library, which is conveniently within walking distance from their homes. During the session, the students patiently guided seniors through practical challenges such as using their devices more effectively, navigating apps, and exploring how AI tools can support d

Event Date: April 26, 2025 Location: Bellevue, BelRed District Participants: 8 Volunteers Today our community proved once again that when we come together with a shared purpose, great things can happen. Eight dedicated volunteers gathered along a stretch of BelRed to take part in a community roadside cleanup event organized by United Hub in collaboration with Adopt-A-Street as a celebration of Earth Day. With gloves on and trash bags in hand, volunteers of all ages worked sid

Huaqi Yin is a dedicated core volunteer at United Hub. This article shares Huaqi's personal experience during the devastating "bomb cyclone" winter storm, which left households in the area without power for days, disrupted Wi-Fi, blocked streets, and caused significant damage to homes. The night of November 19, 2024, was unforgettable for those in West Washington. A powerful windstorm, known as a "bomb cyclone," swept through with fierce winds, bending trees, sparking power l

While most children celebrate their birthdays with parties, games, and cake, Anna chose to spend her 8th birthday giving back to her community. On a cold and rainy day, Anna, her 5-year-old sister, their mom, and two other volunteers braved the weather to participate in an Adopt-A-Street cleanup event. Originally planned as a larger group activity, most participants canceled due to the inclement weather. However, Anna and her family stayed committed, turning what could have b

Event Date: October 20, 2024 Location: Bellevue, BelRed District Participants: 5 Community Volunteers Today marked the first "Cleanup BelRed!" event, part of Bellevue's Adopt-a-Street program, with five enthusiastic community volunteers coming together to clean and beautify the BelRed neighborhood. Our focus was on the area around Goodwill, where volunteers worked diligently to pick up litter and remove debris from the streets and sidewalks. Despite the initial impression tha

On Sunday, July 21, 2024, at the Redmond Library, United Hub joined 10 other community-based organizations to host Art in Growth . The event brought together over one hundred attendees, both in-person and online, and featured four guest speakers who shared their personal journeys and insights. The goal of Art in Growth was to give back to the local community by inspiring parents and students who share a passion for the arts. Each speaker offered perspectives on topics such a

In a heartwarming display of community spirit, members of the United Hub group dedicated their time today to assist a senior citizen in maintaining their backyard following recent surgery. The initiative took place in the senior’s residence, where the backyard had become overrun with weeds, posing a potential risk and hindrance to the resident's recovery and mobility. The team of volunteers, armed with gardening tools and a lot of enthusiasm, tackled the overgrown weeds, clea

On March 6, 2023, United Hub staff generously volunteered their time to provide translation services to seniors at Providence John Gabriel House. The event aimed to facilitate communication and understanding during the annual review of updated house rules for residents. The Providence John Gabriel House, a community residence for seniors, conducts an annual review of house rules to ensure that residents are informed and involved in the governance of their living environment.