2024
Allen St. Problem-Project #2 Oak St. to Beacon St: Flooding Updates Our 19th Presentation to City Officials. June 12, 2024
To: All Past and Present City Officials and All Current Department DirectorsAll Long Suffering Flood Victims; Taxpayers, Property Owners and Residents This updated record is being shared regarding the status of our neighborhoods’ storm-sewer systems and the Federal-State-City responses. Our concerns must be given the highest priority. Our quality of life is suffering and our […]
Tens of Thousands Visit 2024 Little Poland Festival
The Little Poland Festival again drew tens of thousands of people to New Britain to celebrate Polish culture, music and food. Morning rain did nothing to dampen the excitement for the massively popular event in New Britain’s vibrant Little Poland neighborhood. Under sun and blue skies in the afternoon, tens of thousands of people filled […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, June 10th to 16th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, June 16, 2024 include,
Mayor’s Mill Rate Increase Will Hike Taxes An Average Of $204 On Single Family Homes
Republicans Falsely Claim A $44 Increase After Double Digit Increases This Year; State Stabilization Funds Add $10 Million To City Revenue For Fiscal Year 2025 By John McNamara The dust is settling on the making of the 2024-2025 municipal budget for the Stewart Administration and the closely-divided Common Council of eight Democrats and seven Republicans. […]
Council Members Chastise City Hall Over Unimplemented $4 Million Allocation for Flooding Improvements
Members of the New Britain City Council chastised city officials over an unimplemented $4 million budget allocation for Allen Street flood control project, calling the actions of the Mayor Erin Stewart (R) and allies an election year trick to placate vocal community members calling for action to address neighborhood flooding. Last September, a month before […]
League of Women Voters to Hold Annual Meeting
The New Britain Area League of Women Voters has announced its 51st Annual Meeting. “Whether you’re a member already or just wondering what the New Britain LWV does,” the League says. “Join us for pizza with a group of people who want to make a difference!” The event is Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 6:00pm […]
“Music and History of the 1970s” by CCSU Scholars for Life
CCSU Scholars for Life is hosting an event on, “Music and History of the 1970s”. Scholars for Life says, Music and History of the 1970s: During this session we will discuss major musicians, artists and musical trends of the 1970s. We will focus on how music of this decade was very different from music of […]
Allen St. Problem-Project #2 Oak St. to Beacon St: Flooding Updates Our 18th Presentation to City Officials
To: -All Past and Current City Officials and All Current Department Directors -All Long Suffering Flood Victims; Taxpayers, Property Owners and Residents This updated record is being shared regarding the status of our neighborhoods’ storm-sewer systems and the Federal-State-City responses. Our concerns must be given the highest priority. Our quality of life is suffering and […]
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Planning Summer Mutual Aid Program, Seeking Donations
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is working to reach out to and empower people in neighborhoods with its Summer Mutual Aid Program, and is presently seeking donations to support the effort. The Coalition held the Mutual Aid events last summer. The Coalition says that, “Every summer, NBRJC proudly supports over 100 families in New Britain through […]
New Britain Public Library Makerspace Hosting “Craft with Pride” Activity
The New Britain Public Library is hosting a, “Craft with Pride,” activity in its Makerspace. The event is June 8, 2024 at 1:00pm. The Library says, Create beautiful works of art at the library centered around celebrating LGBTQ+ pride month, in collaboration with New Britain Pride! Come make a quick headband or button, or stay […]
NBMAA Celebrating Juneteenth With Access for All Community Day
The New Britain Museum of American Art is hosting its 23rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration with an ” Access for All Community Day.” “Join us for this day-long event, featuring artistic performances, music, in-gallery experiences, and of course artmaking,” says the Museum. “Shop from local Black-owned businesses, support independent artists, and grab a bite from regional […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, June 3rd to 9th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, June 9, 2024 include,
City Report on Federal COVID Recovery Funding Does Not Show How Much Unspent
A report from the city on its use of federal COVID relief funds so far appears to leave out an important item requested by the City Council — what the balances are of the money provided to the city. The report from the city, provided to Council Majority Leader, Ald. John McNamara (D-4), does not […]
New Britain 2024 Paving Program to Begin in June
The New Britain Public Works Department is to carry out its 2024 road paving program, starting on June 17th. The Department says that the program, “is expected to last approximately six to seven weeks.” “For the majority of streets the rehabilitation work involves milling off the top 2” of existing pavement and then installing 2” […]
2024 Little Poland Festival Coming Up
Editor’s Note (6/9/2024): Festival organizers have announced that the, “Little Poland Festival is rain or shine. Come on down! The rain will pass. Official opening is at 12:30.” The 2024 New Britain Little Poland Festival is planned for Sunday, June 9, celebrating the 11th time the widely popular cultural event has been held. “What began […]
Police Athletic League Hosting ‘Midnight Basketball’
Editor’s Note (5/30/2024): PAL has announced that the opening day, May 31st has been changed to Osgood Park. The New Britain Police Athletic League (PAL) is once again organizing its “Midnight Basketball” youth program on Friday and Saturday nights in the Summer of 2024. The events are to run from May 31, 2024 to August […]
“The Dance of the Northern Lights” – CCSU Planetarium Presenting Show on the Aurora
The CCSU Copernican Planetarium and Observatory is presenting a show on the Northern Lights. “Have you even seen the aurora, dancing lights in the northern sky?” asks the Planetarium. “Why is this atmospheric phenomenon so mysterious? Join us for a spectacular visual celebration of the night sky at our next free public planetarium show.” The […]
New Britain Public Library Makerspace Hosting “Craft with Pride” Activity
The New Britain Public Library is hosting a, “Craft with Pride,” activity in its Makerspace. The event is June 8, 2024 at 1:00pm. The Library says, Create beautiful works of art at the library centered around celebrating LGBTQ+ pride month, in collaboration with New Britain Pride! Come make a quick headband or button, or stay […]
New Britain Museum of American Art Announces 2024 “Art Happy Hour” Events
The New Britain Museum of American Art is announced its 2024 “Art Happy Hour” program. “Enjoy live music on Thursday nights all summer long,” the Museum says, “with a front-row seat to the best view of Walnut Hill Park. Cocktails, snacks, sandwiches, and salads are available for purchase in our Museum Café.” The events are from 5:30pm […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, May 27th to June 2nd
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, June 2, 2024 include,