Jan 30, 2025 - Culture

Helping newcomers feel at home in Seattle

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A person in a bear suit flanked by two women in a Seattle neighborhood.

In South Lake Union, volunteer Aaron Chasan suits up to offer bear hugs, joined by Chamber of Connection executive director Charlotte Massey (left) and volunteer Lakshmi Narayanee B. Photo: Courtesy of Charlotte Massey

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