Young Farmers and Climate Smart Agriculture Practices in CT Cities: Press Release

The USDA shared their press release announcing our partnership in the Racial Justice and Equity grant with our program partnering with area Conservation District Offices. We are the only CT-specific partner named, so we have some weight to carry! This is an exciting opportunity for us to show the country what good work by youngContinue reading “Young Farmers and Climate Smart Agriculture Practices in CT Cities: Press Release”

“MLK Youthspace: Art as Wellness” Workshop coming up

Shared in whole from Disha Patel, our partner at Common Ground High School: Created by and for middle and high school young adults, this virtual space is open to young people interested in connecting with their peers to learn and talk about mental wellness in families of color. Hosted with leadership from Students for EducationalContinue reading ““MLK Youthspace: Art as Wellness” Workshop coming up”

Upcoming online session: Cooking up that squash

Nourish My Soul, our Granby partner organization, is hosting an online cooking class on Tuesday to help folks use up their winter squash, navigate their pantries with ease, and figure out how to blend flavors so that they work in the chef’s mouth. Check out their post and see if this class might work forContinue reading “Upcoming online session: Cooking up that squash”

Hartford garden bed applications

Grow Hartford is excited to announce our garden bed giveaway for Hartford youth and families. This is a chance for Hartford residents to grow their very own fruits and vegetables and even learn how to sell their produce at a farmer’s market. Please pass on the application to any Hartford youth that you know andContinue reading “Hartford garden bed applications”