Groundwork Bridgeport

06/11/2026

HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT JUNE 11 - 14, 2026

A heat advisory has been issued for Bridgeport and most of Connecticut through the weekend. High temperatures and humidity can make it feel close to 100°F and can pose an increased health risk, especially for older adults, young children, and people with existing health conditions.

Cooling centers are available across Bridgeport including public libraries, senior centers, and the GBT bus station downtown. For locations and hours, as well as other information to stay cool during the heat wave, follow the City of Bridgeport on Facebook (at City of Bridgeport, CT - Government or Instagram ().

05/11/2026

Join us every week on Wednesday from 3pm - 5pm as we w**d, mulch, tend plants, and more at our garden on Helen Street!

Everyone is welcome to come hang - meet other volunteers, get grounded, identify plants, and discuss best gardening practices! We have tools and gloves, but bring yours if you have them/prefer.

We will mainly focus on our educational garden on Helen St. but may spend some weeks at different community gardens across Bridgeport. Please keep an eye on your email (or social media) after registering to confirm which location we’ll meet at on a given day!

RSVP: www.groundworkbridgeport.org/events

04/16/2026

This Saturday we are hosting our Garden Kick Off event at our Big Arctic Community Garden*, and we would love to see you there! We are hosting this event as a way for our existing, future, and interested gardeners to come together to meet one another and receive resources to start the gardening season. While supplies last, there will be free starter plants** available for all of our gardeners! If you have not yet applied to garden but would like to learn more about what being a Community Gardener would look like, this event is for you as well!

Event Details:
Saturday, April 18, 2026
12pm - 3pm
Big Arctic Community Garden, 122 Arctic Street, Bridgeport, CT 06608

We hope to see you there!

*This event is intended for ALL gardeners, not just members of the Big Arctic Garden.
** Free starter plants are reserved for gardeners who have applied for our community gardens.

03/19/2026

Kick off the spring season outdoors by volunteering at one of our Community Gardens! 🌱

To start the gardening season off strong, we are looking for support getting our growing spaces ready for our gardeners. If you'd like to get involved in the gardens as a volunteer or as a gardener, there is still time to join! Visit www.gwbpt.org/events to learn more and let us know you'll be joining us. We hope to see you there!

Event details:
March 20, 2pm - 6pm - Big Arctic Refresh: We will be w**ding the beds in the garden and prepping the soil to give the gardeners a fresh start for the season.

March 27, 1pm - 5pm - Ogden St. Rebuild: We will be building metal beds at one of our gardens on the East Side of Bridgeport and filling the new beds with fresh soil. No previous building experience necessary!

March 28, 11am - 4pm - Denver Ave. Rebuild: We will be building wooden beds at our West Side Garden and filling the new beds with fresh soil. No previous building experience necessary!

02/05/2026

Join us for a Design Workshop where you will contribute design ideas for improving city-owned land in the East Side neighborhood. In partnership with and , this event will allow you to use your voice to shape your neighborhood by connecting directly with the people in charge of designing it!

RSVP through the link in our bio or visit www.gwbpt.org/events to let us know you’re coming.

01/12/2026

A future trail is coming to Bridgeport—and you can design its logo!

We’re partnering with Trust for Public Land, City of Bridgeport, CT - Government and the Bridgeport Waterfront Advisory Group on this future pathway, which will run through nine neighborhoods, improve access to the waterfront, and connect nearly 40,000 residents within a 10-minute walk to the benefits of nature. This trail will be a beloved destination for walkers, bikers, and families, and the logo should reflect this community-driven green space!

The winning submission will receive a $5,000 prize. Submissions close on February 25, so submit your logo today through visiting

Once complete, this Seawalk will be a vibrant, welcoming destination for all—a place to walk, bike, connect, and enjoy stunning coastal views. From morning jogs to family strolls, this revitalized shoreline will become a treasured landmark for health, community, and local pride. But, we need your ...

12/22/2025

The Yellow Mill Engagement Report is now live on our website!

Just over one month ago, our Youth Ambassadors finished their year-long program by presenting findings from community members regarding their desires for the future of the Yellow Mill River area. This meeting joined forces with the Waterfront Advisory Board and East Side NRZ members to get Bridgeport waterfront advocates and East Side residents in shared space to hear what our Youth Ambassadors have learned and further inspire the future design plans led by .

You can read their report with inspiration photos and an additional appendix on our website now. Link in bio, or visit gwbpt.org/news/yellowmill

12/20/2025

The Yellow Mill Engagement Report is now live on our website!

Exactly one month ago, our Youth Ambassadors finished their year-long program by presenting findings from community members regarding their desires for the future of the Yellow Mill River area. This meeting joined forces with the Waterfront Advisory Board and East Side NRZ members to get Bridgeport waterfront advocates and East Side residents in shared space to hear what our Youth Ambassadors have learned and further inspire the future design plans led by .

You can read their report with inspiration photos and an additional appendix on our website now. Link in bio, or visit gwbpt.org/yellowmill

12/18/2025

Our Helen St. Garden is ready for winter thanks to help from various crews at !

Over the past few weeks crew members have been helping us remove trash, spread mulch, and finish the gravel path started by our Green Team in the summer. Swipe through to see their work!

12/08/2025

Join us and community members to continue to talk about summer heat and its impact on the East Side neighborhood as we develop a neighborhood-based approach for the East Side to Be Cool especially during the summer months. Follow the link in our bio to register and be part of the community conversation.