NEST CT

10/15/2026

Thank you, North End! 💛

To everyone who came out last week to talk about public space and recreation on North Main Street: your ideas are now part of the plan.

Missed it? Share your input anytime: impactbud.jotform.com/262534651904054.

Next up: HOUSING, Thursday, November 5, 6:00 p.m.



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¡Gracias, North End! 💛

A todos los que vinieron anoche a hablar sobre espacio público y recreación en North Main Street: sus ideas ya son parte del plan.

¿No pudo venir? Comparta su opinión en cualquier momento: impactbud.jotform.com/262534651904054.

Próxima reunión: VIVIENDA, jueves 5 de noviembre, 6:00 p.m.

10/14/2026

🎃🏡 10 Days Until the Greater Waterbury Housing Expo!

The countdown is on, and we're excited to welcome back the Moonlight Witch Dancers for another year of family-friendly fun at the Expo!

As they share in this video, the Moonlight Witch Dancers are a non-religious, non-political dance troupe that travels throughout New England spreading peace, joy, and community through dance. They are excited to return to Waterbury and help make this year's Expo a memorable experience for attendees of all ages.

https://youtu.be/LTLn4pJSHMg

And that's not all...

🍯🥤 The first 100 registered attendees who check in at the Expo will receive a complimentary bottle of Urban Nectar, our special collaboration with Nature's Ombre, featuring local honey harvested from NEST's Love & Care Community Garden.

Whether you're looking to buy a home, maintain your current one, connect with trusted professionals, or simply enjoy a day of community fun, the Greater Waterbury Housing Expo has something for everyone.

📅 October 24
⏰ 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
📍 WAMS, 16 S. Elm Street, Waterbury

Register here >>> https://www.nestct.org/event-details-registration/nest-housing-expo

The Moonlight Witch Dancers are returning to the Greater Waterbury ...

10/13/2026

Building From the Ground Up. Laying the Foundation

Progress update! The crews have been hard at work at our Adams Street redevelopment. The footings have been set, and the foundation walls have been poured. Solid, built to last for generations. Every strong home starts right here. One step closer. Keep following along.

What do you think of the work so far?

Follow along for more!

10/12/2026

🏡🎉 Only 12 Days Until the Greater Waterbury Housing Expo!

The countdown continues, and we have an exciting reminder for everyone planning to join us on October 24!

The first 100 registered attendees who check in at the Expo will receive a complimentary bottle of Urban Nectar, a special juice collaboration between Nature's Ombre and NEST. 🍯🥤

What makes it even more special? Urban Nectar features local honey harvested from NEST's Love & Care Community Garden, making it a true celebration of community, wellness, and local partnerships.

In addition to your complimentary bottle of Urban Nectar, you'll have the opportunity to:

🏡 Connect with housing professionals
📚 Participate in Homeownership 101 workshops
🔨 Meet local contractors, lenders, realtors, and service providers
🎃 Enjoy trick-or-treating for youth, basketball clinics, and family fun

Register today and be among the first 100 attendees to experience this one-of-a-kind community collaboration! Register here >> https://www.nestct.org/event-details-registration/nest-housing-expo.

📅 October 24
⏰ 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
📍 WAMS - 16 S. Elm Street, Waterbury, CT

10/12/2026

Reminder 🚨
Our office is closed today.

10/11/2026

Yesterday, members of NEST’s Resident Leadership Training (RLT) program came together to participate in the NeighborWorks America Ignite Community Leadership Institute (CLI).

The CLI is an annual training event for NeighborWorks network organizations that aims to strengthen the voices, skills and impact of community, resident and volunteer leaders.

Through this experience, our cohort of emerging and established community leaders engaged in learning, collaboration, and skill-building designed to strengthen their ability to create positive change in their neighborhoods and beyond.

We are incredibly proud of this group and excited to see how they will continue to lead, advocate, and help shape a stronger future for Waterbury.

Interested in joining the 2027 RLT cohort, contact [email protected].

Reminder: our NEST office is closed tomorrow, 10/12/2026.

10/09/2026

🎉🍯 The Big Reveal Is Here!

We're excited to announce that the first 100 registered attendees who check in at the Greater Waterbury Housing Expo will receive a complimentary bottle of Urban Nectar!

Urban Nectar juice is a special collaboration between Nature's Ombre and NEST, crafted with local honey harvested from our Love & Care Community Garden right here in Waterbury.

This one-of-a-kind beverage celebrates community, wellness, and the power of local partnerships, and it's our way of saying thank you for joining us at this year's Expo.

🏡 Connect with housing lenders, realtors, contractors, housing service providers
📚 Attend Homeownership & Lending workshops
🎃 Enjoy family-friendly activities and trick-or-treating
🍯 Receive a free bottle of Urban Nectar (first 100 registered & checked-in guests)

📅 October 24
⏰ 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
📍 WAMS | 16 S. Elm Street, Waterbury, CT

Register today and be among the first to experience this unique Waterbury-made collaboration >>> https://www.nestct.org/gwhousingexpo.

10/08/2026

TONIGHT! 📣 See you at 6:00 at Jonathan Reed Elementary School.

Meeting 1: Public Space & Recreation. Doors and sign-in open at 5:30. Free, open to all, with Spanish-language support.

📍 33 Griggs Street, Waterbury



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¡ESTA NOCHE! 📣 Nos vemos a las 6:00 en la Escuela Primaria Jonathan Reed.

Reunión 1: Espacio Público y Recreación. Puertas abiertas y registro a las 5:30. Gratis, abierto a todos, con apoyo en español.

📍 33 Griggs Street, Waterbury

10/07/2026

🎃🏡 17 Days Until the Greater Waterbury Housing Expo... and we have a surprise!

The countdown is on, and we're excited to share that this Friday, we'll be announcing a special gift for the first 100 registered Expo attendees! 🎉

Trust us, this is one announcement you won't want to miss. Register early: https://www.nestct.org/event-details-registration/nest-housing-expo.

Whether you're thinking about buying a home, already own one, or simply want to connect with trusted local resources, the Housing Expo will have something for everyone. Plus, we'll have family-friendly activities, trick-or-treating and basketball clinics for youth, educational workshops, and dozens of housing and community partners under one roof.

✅ Mark your calendar
✅ Follow our page for Friday's big reveal
✅ Tell a friend to join you

Waterbury, get ready... the countdown continues! 🎃🏠

10/06/2026

Today’s the Day!

NEST is proud to partner with LaRosa Building Group to connect local subcontractors with opportunities tied to the transformative Adams Street Development project in Waterbury.

If you're a carpenter, laborer, painter, plumber, electrician, or local trade contractor, join us this afternoon to learn about upcoming opportunities, network with project leaders, and position your business for future work.

📍 Silas Bronson Library Auditorium
267 Grand Street, Waterbury, CT

🕒 Today | 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

This is an excellent opportunity for small and local businesses to build relationships and explore participation in one of Waterbury's significant redevelopment projects.

We look forward to seeing our local contractor community there.