The Waterbury Times|Published June 10, 2026

WATERBURY — Residents are invited to help grow a greener Waterbury during a community Tree Plantathon hosted by NEST.

The event will take place on Friday, June 12, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Brass City Harvest, 359 Mill Street. Volunteers will help plant eight trees as part of an effort to increase tree canopy coverage and promote a healthier environment in the city.

According to organizers, the project aims to strengthen Waterbury’s urban forest while bringing community members together around environmental stewardship.

Those interested in participating can RSVP by emailing mya@nestct.org.

Funding for the event is provided by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) in support of urban forestry initiatives.

What: Tree Plantathon
When: Friday, June 12, 2026 | 8 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Where: Brass City Harvest, 359 Mill St., Waterbury
RSVP: mya@nestct.org