Hey Black Seattle, a hub connecting Black residents in Puget Sound with community organizations and businesses, launched its inaugural "Let’s Pull Up!" Community Meetup Tour this month. The first stop: The Scene in South Park, a Black-owned coffee shop serving more than just coffee—it’s a true community space.

Co-owned by Michelle Lang-Raymond, The Scene is designed to feel like home. "We want them to feel like they just went to their favorite cousin's house," Michelle shared. As the only Black-owned business in South Park—possibly ever—The Scene stands as a vital cultural space for the neighborhood.

Founder Kiesha Free created the "Let’s Pull Up!" tour to bring Black residents together in local spaces. "The Black community is very spread out across Puget Sound," Kiesha explained. "I want to provide an opportunity to meet other Black people closer to where they live and work."

Attendees echoed the need for these connections. KC Jorgensen described the meetup as "feeling like a family gathering," a place where they felt safe and at home.

A core mission of Hey Black Seattle is uplifting Black businesses, leaders, and opportunities. By hosting meetups in Black-owned coffee shops, the tour encourages community support while strengthening local connections.

The "Let’s Pull Up!" tour continues throughout February, with stops at Black-owned coffee shops across the region. For more details, visit heyblackseattle.com.