Volunteer: Greater Hartford Green Team - Plant the Planters 2026Spring is calling, and KNOX is ready to answer with Spring Fling - Plant the Planters, a two-part volunteer event that brings beauty and life to Hartford’s streets. Join us at the KNOX Headquarters on Saturday, March 28, 2026, for Day 1 of Spring Fling - Plant the Planters! KNOX proudly creates and maintains the oversized flowering planters that brighten Hartford each year, and we need your help to bring this year’s blooms to life. On Day 1, we’ll transplant seed plugs into 4" pots, where they’ll be lovingly cared for by KNOX staff until Day 2 on Saturday, May 2nd, when the plants will be arranged in the planters. You’re welcome to join us for one or both days—no commitment required! After the transplanting, volunteers can tackle additional projects around the KNOX property, from cleanup to creative painting, as we prepare for the growing season. What to Know: Rain or Shine: We’ll be working primarily in the greenhouse.Wear comfortable layers and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Bathrooms, water, and light snacks will be provided. Open to all, but minors must be accompanied by an adult.Come ready to dig in, give back, and help make Hartford cleaner and greener! Program: Hartford Beautification Spring is calling, and KNOX is ready to answer with Spring Fling - Plant the Planters, a two-part volunteer event that brings beauty and life to Hartford’s streets. Join us at the KNOX Headquarters on Saturday, March 28, 2026, for Day 1 of Spring Fling - Plant the Planters! KNOX proudly creates and maintains the oversized flowering planters that brighten Hartford each year, and we need your help to bring this year’s blooms to life. On Day 1, we’ll transplant seed plugs into 4" pots, where they’ll be lovingly cared for by KNOX staff until Day 2 on Saturday, May 2nd, when the plants will be arranged in the planters. You’re welcome to join us for one or both days—no commitment required! After the transplanting, volunteers can tackle additional projects around the KNOX property, from cleanup to creative painting, as we prepare for the growing season. What to Know: Rain or Shine: We’ll be working primarily in the greenhouse.Wear comfortable layers and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Bathrooms, water, and light snacks will be provided. Open to all, but minors must be accompanied by an adult.Come ready to dig in, give back, and help make Hartford cleaner and greener! Program: Hartford Beautification Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Mar 28, 2026 Zip Code: 06106 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Greater Hartford Green Team - Sterling Street Sanctuary Clean UpGet your hands in the dirt and your heart in the work! Join the Greater Hartford Green Team as KNOX works in partnership with Kamora's Cultural Corner to do a garden clean up and food distribution. We’ll be tending to overgrown flower beds, weeding, and picking up litter to help make the Sterling Street Sanctuary and Cultural Gardens ready for the upcoming season. Whether you're a seasoned volunteer or just looking for a way to give back, this is a great chance to make a visible difference in just a few hours. Note: This project is in conjunction with a KCC Thinking & Doing Day with the opportunity for a shared meal and reflection immediately following the event. What to Know:Rain or Shine. Extreme weather will cancel and anyone registered here will be notified.Wear comfortable layers and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. We’ll be working outdoors, so please dress accordingly.Water and light snacks will be provided.Open to all, but minors must be accompanied by an adult.Join us as we get our hands dirty, make some green magic happen, and help make Hartford cleaner, greener, and more beautiful! Program: Hartford Beautification Get your hands in the dirt and your heart in the work! Join the Greater Hartford Green Team as KNOX works in partnership with Kamora's Cultural Corner to do a garden clean up and food distribution. We’ll be tending to overgrown flower beds, weeding, and picking up litter to help make the Sterling Street Sanctuary and Cultural Gardens ready for the upcoming season. Whether you're a seasoned volunteer or just looking for a way to give back, this is a great chance to make a visible difference in just a few hours. Note: This project is in conjunction with a KCC Thinking & Doing Day with the opportunity for a shared meal and reflection immediately following the event. What to Know:Rain or Shine. Extreme weather will cancel and anyone registered here will be notified.Wear comfortable layers and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. We’ll be working outdoors, so please dress accordingly.Water and light snacks will be provided.Open to all, but minors must be accompanied by an adult.Join us as we get our hands dirty, make some green magic happen, and help make Hartford cleaner, greener, and more beautiful! Program: Hartford Beautification Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Apr 18, 2026 Zip Code: 06114 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Greater Hartford Green Team - Plant the Planters 2026 Day 2Spring is calling, and KNOX is ready to answer with Spring Fling - Plant the Planters, a two-part volunteer event that brings beauty and life to Hartford’s streets. Join us at the KNOX Headquarters on Saturday, May 2, 2026, for Day 2 of Spring Fling - Plant the Planters! KNOX proudly creates and maintains the oversized flowering planters that brighten Hartford each year, and we need your help to bring this year’s blooms to life. During this event, the plants will be arranged in the planters. You’re welcome to join us for one or both days—no commitment required! After the transplanting, volunteers can tackle additional projects around the KNOX property, from cleanup to creative painting, as we prepare for the growing season. What to Know: Rain or Shine: We’ll be working primarily in the greenhouse.Wear comfortable layers and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Bathrooms, water, and light snacks will be provided. Open to all, but minors must be accompanied by an adult.Come ready to dig in, give back, and help make Hartford cleaner and greener! Program: Hartford Beautification Spring is calling, and KNOX is ready to answer with Spring Fling - Plant the Planters, a two-part volunteer event that brings beauty and life to Hartford’s streets. Join us at the KNOX Headquarters on Saturday, May 2, 2026, for Day 2 of Spring Fling - Plant the Planters! KNOX proudly creates and maintains the oversized flowering planters that brighten Hartford each year, and we need your help to bring this year’s blooms to life. During this event, the plants will be arranged in the planters. You’re welcome to join us for one or both days—no commitment required! After the transplanting, volunteers can tackle additional projects around the KNOX property, from cleanup to creative painting, as we prepare for the growing season. What to Know: Rain or Shine: We’ll be working primarily in the greenhouse.Wear comfortable layers and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Bathrooms, water, and light snacks will be provided. Open to all, but minors must be accompanied by an adult.Come ready to dig in, give back, and help make Hartford cleaner and greener! Program: Hartford Beautification Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On May 2, 2026 Zip Code: 06106 Allow Groups: Yes |