KNOX Farmers Market
2025-07-21 15:30 - 18:30, 2025-07-28 15:30 - 18:30, 2025-08-04 15:30 - 18:30, 2025-08-11 15:30 - 18:30, 2025-08-25 15:30 - 18:30 (America/Halifax) | KNOX Headquarters, 75 Laurel St, Hartford, CT, 06106, United States
Date: Every Monday, June 2nd – October 27th
Time: 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Where: KNOX, Inc. 75 Laurel Street, Hartford CT 06106
The KNOX Farmer’s Market acts as a connection point between our Urban Farming Program and the local community. Visit to show your support for our Urban Farmers as they develop their businesses and enjoy access to fresh, locally grown produce from Hartford!

KNOX Garden Party
2025-08-14 17:30 - 20:30 | The Church of the Good Shepherd, 155 Wyllys Street, Hartford, CT, United States
Join Us for the KNOX Garden Party – Fundraising Gala!
Thursday, August 14, 2025 | Church of the Good Shepherd Lawn, Hartford, CT
Get ready for an unforgettable evening at the Garden Party, KNOX’s annual fundraising gala. This exciting event will take place under a tent on the beautiful lawn of the Church of the Good Shepherd, home to one of KNOX’s 21 community gardens in Hartford. Join us on Thursday, August 14, 2025, for a celebration of the season with fresh, seasonal food, live music, dancing, and an elegant masquerade theme that promises to enchant.
The Garden Party is a unique opportunity to support KNOX’s mission to create a greener, healthier Hartford. Your participation contributes to enhancing our local green spaces and sustainability initiatives throughout the city.
Ready to purchase your tickets now, go to: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/KNOXGardenParty25
What to Expect
Live Music & DancingEnjoy a harp performance by Sean O’Reilly and DJ sets from William Ortiz under the stars.
Fresh, Seasonal Small PlatesSavor delicious bites from top local restaurants, including David Alan Hospitality Group, Fire by Forge, Gather 55, J Bar, and Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard.
Special Guest EmceeHosted by Symphonie Privett, Emmy-nominated FOX61 anchor and reporter.
Garden, Church, and Tree ToursTake a self-guided stroll through the community garden. Learn about the historic Church of the Good Shepherd or join a tree walk highlighting KNOX’s planting efforts.
Silent AuctionBid on unique experiences, local treasures, and more in support of a greener Hartford.
Masquerade ThemeAdd a touch of mystery by wearing your favorite masquerade mask and dressing for a night of garden party elegance.
Ticket Information

$150 General AdmissionFlash Sale: $125 (Thursday, August 7 through Wednesday, August 13)
$200 VIP TicketIncludes a tote bag and Hartford-grown goodies
$1,600 VIP Table for 8Includes tote bags and Hartford-grown goodies for all guests

To purchase your tickets now, go to: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/KNOXGardenParty25
The 2025 Pollinator Awards
This year’s honorees:
• Ellis Echevarria, in memory, for his inspiring legacy

Ellis Echevarria was an award-winning art director and distinguished artist whose career spanned more than three decades and multiple continents. Blending classic design principles with urban culture, he brought to life some of the world’s most recognizable brands through collaborations with leaders including ESPN, UConn, the Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz, Northrop Grumman, and The Amistad Foundation for Art & Culture.
Rooted in his Hartford upbringing, Ellis’s fine art and digital works reflected both his heritage and his unique perspective. His pieces earned numerous awards and found homes in private collections around the world. His art was exhibited at The Wadsworth Atheneum, The Craftery Gallery, Pump House Gallery, West Hartford Art League, EBK Gallery, and Wiedner Gallery.
A passionate advocate for both the arts and the environment, Ellis served on several boards, including the Hartford Commission on Cultural Affairs, the Evelyn Preston Memorial Fund, Hartford Communities That Care, and Pump House Gallery. His commitment to a greener, more vibrant Hartford shone through in his artistry—he designed and created the inaugural KNOX Pollinator Award, a lasting symbol honoring those who advance beauty, collaboration, and sustainability in the city. In 2025, he will be posthumously honored with this award. Ellis also gave generously to nonprofits, donating both his artwork and his time.
Ellis is survived by his beloved wife, children, mother, and extended family, who carry forward his legacy of creativity, generosity, and passion.
• Charlie and Pamela Hilborn, recognized for their leadership in KNOX’s Planters Program

For over a decade, Charlie and Pamela Hilborn have been passionate supporters of KNOX and champions of beautifying the Elmwood Business District. As owners of Sheehan Hilborn-Breen Funeral Home, they understand the importance of legacy and community. Charlie envisioned enhancing Elmwood’s charm through the KNOX Planter Program, and thanks to his tireless efforts and the generosity of several local businesses, vibrant KNOX planters have brought joy and color to New Britain Avenue for the past ten years.
Every year, Charlie visits businesses throughout the community to generate interest and foster connections. With Pamela’s unwavering support, their efforts have not only beautified Elmwood but also helped sustain and stabilize the KNOX planter program citywide.
As Charlie shares, “This was a dream to help enhance the community where I grew up, raised my family, and continue to live and work.” Thanks to the Hilborns’ dedication, 40 to 60 planters add vibrant color to the street each year while supporting KNOX’s broader mission throughout Hartford.
• Carey Shea, celebrated for her work at Zion Hill Cemetery and in neighborhoods across Hartford

Carey Shea is a fourth-generation Hartford resident. Alongside good friends and neighbors Marcus Ordoñez and Rhodee Gine, she co-chairs the Frog Hollow Neighborhood Revitalization Zone. She serves as a commissioner on the Hartford Historic Preservation Commission and, with lifelong friend Susan Jaafar, co-founded the Friends of Zion Hill Cemetery. Carey lives in the historic Frog Hollow neighborhood with her husband and chief tree planter, Calvin Parker.
Carey spent 40 years in community development, working with a range of nonprofit and philanthropic organizations including East NY Urban Youth Corps, LISC, Surdna Foundation, Habitat for Humanity NYC, Rockefeller Foundation, Greater New Orleans Foundation, Project Home Again, Home by Hand, Inc., and the City of New Orleans as an affordable housing developer, grant maker, organizer, and policy advocate.
In retirement, Carey devotes herself to making Hartford a more beautiful, cherished, cleaner, and greener place.
To purchase your tickets now, go to: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/KNOXGardenParty25

KNOX Farmers Market
2025-08-18 15:30 - 18:30 | KNOX Headquarters, 75 Laurel St, Hartford, CT, 06106, United States
Date: Every Monday, June 2nd – October 27th
Time: 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Where: KNOX, Inc. 75 Laurel Street, Hartford CT 06106
The KNOX Farmer’s Market acts as a connection point between our Urban Farming Program and the local community. Visit to show your support for our Urban Farmers as they develop their businesses and enjoy access to fresh, locally grown produce from Hartford!
This week, the Hartford Public Library on Wheels will be at the market, so stop by to browse books and explore library services while you shop.
We’re also excited to welcome the Hispanic Health Council. They will be sharing tips on healthy eating, nutrition, and fun ways to stay active.

KNOX Farmers Market
2025-09-08 15:30 - 18:30 | KNOX Headquarters, 75 Laurel St, Hartford, CT, 06106, United States
Date: Every Monday, June 2nd – October 27th
Time: 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Where: KNOX, Inc. 75 Laurel Street, Hartford CT 06106
The KNOX Farmer’s Market acts as a connection point between our Urban Farming Program and the local community. Visit to show your support for our Urban Farmers as they develop their businesses and enjoy access to fresh, locally grown produce from Hartford!
Christina Gomez from Plant Based Portions will join us and do a cooking demonstration using produce from our farmers. Join us from 5-6pm to see the demonstration. Taste testing will be available & everyone will leave with a recipe card!
We’re also excited to welcome the Hispanic Health Council. They will be sharing tips on healthy eating, nutrition, and fun ways to stay active.

Hartford Farmers Market - Fresh Produce Every Monday at KNOX
2025-09-15 15:30 - 18:30, 2025-09-22 15:30 - 18:30, 2025-09-29 15:30 - 18:30 | KNOX Headquarters, 75 Laurel St, Hartford, CT, 06106, United States
Date: Every Monday, June 2nd – October 27th
Time: 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Where: KNOX, Inc. 75 Laurel Street, Hartford, CT 06106
Fresh, Local Produce in Hartford, CT
Looking for fresh, locally grown produce in Hartford? The KNOX Farmers Market brings together our Urban Farming Program and the local community every Monday afternoon. Shop seasonal vegetables, herbs, and fruits grown right here in Hartford, including tomatoes, peppers, leafy greens, root vegetables, and more.
By visiting, you’re not only getting access to affordable, healthy food, you’re also supporting local urban farmers as they grow their businesses and strengthen Hartford’s food system.
Community and Healthy Living
We’re excited to welcome the Hispanic Health Council to the market. Stop by their table for tips on healthy eating, family-friendly nutrition ideas, and fun ways to stay active.
Why Visit the KNOX Farmers Market?

Shop fresh Hartford-grown produce every week
Support local urban farmers and small businesses
Learn about healthy eating and active living
Family-friendly, community-centered event

📍 Join us every Monday from June through October at KNOX in Hartford. Bring a friend, shop local, and enjoy the freshest produce in the city!

Volunteer in Hartford | Let’s Refresh Rocky Ridge Park!
2025-09-20 09:00 - 12:00 | Rocky Ridge Park, 130 Zion St, Hartford, CT, 06106, United States
The Greater Hartford Green Team is back—this time to show some love to one of Hartford’s hidden gems: Rocky Ridge!
Join us at Rocky Ridge, a neighborhood park near Trinity College, for a day of community care and connection. We’ll be planting and mulching around perennials, tidying up the grounds, and tackling other projects like painting and wood chipping around garden beds to finish work started earlier this month. Together, we’ll help make Rocky Ridge cleaner, greener, and more welcoming for everyone who visits.
Whether you’re a longtime volunteer or trying this out for the first time, this is a wonderful chance to roll up your sleeves, meet your neighbors, and make a visible impact in just a few hours.

Hartford Farmers Market - Fresh Produce Every Monday at KNOX
2025-10-06 15:30 - 18:30, 2025-10-13 15:30 - 18:30, 2025-10-20 15:30 - 18:30, 2025-10-27 15:30 - 18:30 | KNOX Headquarters, 75 Laurel St, Hartford, CT, 06106, United States

KNOX | High Tunnel Growing - Fall Farming Class with Derrick Bedward
2025-10-14 17:30 - 18:30 | 75 Laurel Street, Hartford, CT, KNOX, Inc., Hartford, CT, 06106, United States
Fall Farming Class Series with Derrick Bedward
Join our resident farmer Derrick Bedward this October for a hands-on fall farming series at KNOX! Whether you’re an experienced grower or just starting out, these classes will deepen your understanding of sustainable, year-round food production.
Each session covers a unique aspect of growing smarter, healthier, and more productively in any season. Come ready to learn, ask questions, and connect with other local growers!
Class Schedule:
October 14 – High Tunnel GrowingLearn how to extend your growing season and protect crops from the elements with high tunnel techniques that maximize yield and efficiency.
October 21 – Growing Food Year-RoundDiscover how to keep your garden productive through all four seasons with practical strategies for crop rotation, cold frames, and succession planting.
October 28 – Companion GrowingExplore the science and art of pairing plants to improve soil health, deter pests, and boost your garden’s productivity naturally.
Classes will be led by Derrick Bedward at KNOX’s Farm Plot or Derrick’s High Tunnel.

Love Hartford Week 2025: Citywide Cleanup
2025-10-21 - 2025-10-25 | CT
Love Hartford Week 2025: Hartford Citywide Cleanup
Dates: October 21–25, 2025 | Location: Hartford, CT
Get your hands dirty and show your Hartford pride during Love Hartford Week 2025! For the fifth year, neighbors, volunteers, and community partners will come together for a citywide cleanup in Hartford, planting, cleaning, and building one day at a time.
This concentrated week of action is about more than beautifying streets. It is about connecting with your community, your peers, and nature while making a lasting impact on the city we call home.
Join us and be part of a movement that strengthens Hartford from the ground up. To volunteer, go to: Love Hartford Week 2025 Volunteer Sign-Up today.
Thinking About Leading a Project?
If you or your group have an idea for an outdoor volunteer project that will benefit your community, we would love for you to lead! Leading a project means you will help design and host a volunteer experience during the week. Please use this form to express interest in hosting a volunteer opportunity: Host a Volunteer Project Interest Form
Why Volunteer in Hartford?

Beautify your city: Clean, plant, and enhance public spaces.
Connect with your neighbors: Meet like-minded Hartford residents and community partners.
Make a lasting impact: Contribute to projects that improve the city for everyone.
Experience nature and community pride: Enjoy outdoor activities while strengthening your local environment.

Thank You to Our Sponsors
Love Hartford Week would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. Your commitment helps us bring neighbors together, strengthen community pride, and make Hartford a cleaner, greener, and stronger city.
We are deeply grateful for your partnership in making a lasting impact.
Celebration Sponsors:

Neighborhood Sponsor:

Block Sponsors:

Recent media coverage of Love Hartford Week includes:

WFSB Channel 3
FOX 61
WTNH Channel 8
Hartford Courant

KNOX | Growing Food Year-Round - Fall Farming with Derrick Bedward
2025-10-21 17:30 - 18:30 | 75 Laurel Street, Hartford, CT, KNOX, Inc., Hartford, CT, 06106, United States

Love Hartford Week 2025: Citywide Cleanup — Volunteer with KNOX
2025-10-25 09:00 - 12:00 | Spring Grove Cemetery, 2035 Main Street, Hartford, CT, 06120, United States
Greater Hartford Green Team: Love Hartford Week – Spring Grove Cemetery
Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025 | Location: Spring Grove Cemetery, 2035 Main Street, Hartford, CT 06120
The Greater Hartford Green Team is back for another day of community care and connection as part of Love Hartford Week: Citywide Cleanup!
Join us to help beautify a Hartford neighborhood through planting, mulching, tidying garden beds, and tackling other outdoor projects that make our public spaces cleaner, greener, and more welcoming for everyone.
Whether you’re a longtime volunteer or joining for the first time, this is a wonderful opportunity to roll up your sleeves, meet your neighbors, and make a visible impact in just a few hours.
No experience necessary—just bring your enthusiasm! Tools, gloves, and guidance will be provided.
To sign up, go to: https://knoxhartford.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1105082
Recent media coverage for Love Hartford Week includes:

WFSB Channel 3
FOX 61
WTNH Channel 8
Hartford Courant

KNOX | Companion Growing - Fall Farming Class with Derrick Bedward
2025-10-28 17:30 - 18:30 | 75 Laurel Street, Hartford, CT, KNOX, Inc., Hartford, CT, 06106, United States

Shop Local at the 15th Annual KNOX Harvest Market in Hartford – Saturday, November 22
2025-11-22 10:00 - 14:00 | 75 Laurel Street, Hartford, CT, KNOX, Inc., Hartford, CT, 06106, United States
15th Annual KNOX Harvest Market – Saturday, November 22, 2025 | 10 AM – 2 PM
Join us for the 15th Annual KNOX Harvest Market! This beloved Hartford tradition brings together local farmers, artisans, and small businesses for a day of community and celebration.
Browse seasonal produce, fresh goods, handmade gifts, and specialty items—all while supporting Connecticut growers and makers.
Event Details:

Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: KNOX, 75 Laurel Street, Hartford, CT

The Harvest Market is the perfect opportunity to shop local for your holiday needs while connecting with vendors and neighbors. Don’t miss this seasonal tradition that supports Hartford’s urban farming community and local entrepreneurs.
Join the Celebration!
While you’re here, help us honor this year’s Hartford Urban Gardeners Society (HUGS) Award recipients. We’ll be recognizing Hartford residents, businesses, organizations, and neighborhoods for their outstanding gardening, landscaping, and beautification efforts that make our city greener and more vibrant.

Hartford Urban Gardeners' Society (HUGS) Awards
2025-11-22 12:30 - 13:30 | 75 Laurel Street, Hartford, CT, KNOX, Inc., Hartford, CT, 06106, United States
Hartford Urban Gardeners’ Society (HUGS) Awards
Saturday, November 22, 2025 | 12:30 PM | 75 Laurel Street, Hartford, CT
Celebrate Hartford’s Green Champions and Shop Local!
Join us for the Hartford Urban Gardeners Society (HUGS) Awards, where we recognize residents, businesses, organizations, and neighborhoods for their outstanding gardening, landscaping, and clean-up projects that make Hartford a greener, more beautiful place to live.
Arrive early to explore our Harvest Market, featuring seasonal produce, fresh goods, handmade gifts, and specialty items—all from Connecticut growers and makers.
Event DetailsDate: Saturday, November 22, 2025Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PMLocation: KNOX, 75 Laurel Street, Hartford, CT
The Harvest Market is a wonderful way to shop local for the holidays, meet Hartford’s urban farmers, and support small businesses and community entrepreneurs. Don’t miss this seasonal celebration of local food, creativity, and community spirit!
