Contradictory Proposal Appears to Call for Automatic Mayoral Pay Raises
A Republican City Council member is proposing a contradictory proposal on pay raises for the New Britain’s mayor and certain other officials.
Resolution to Move Columbus Statue Voted Back to Council
A resolution to move a statue of Christopher Columbus from a prominent city park is headed back to the Council for possible final approval.
Smalley School Holding Online Book Fair
Smalley Elementary School has announced that it is holding a Virtual Book Fair for holiday gifts and to benefit the school.
Diaspora Raising Funds for Its Mission
Dr. Violet Jiménez Sims, Diaspora Multicultural’s President, has announced an online fundraiser to support its Foundation’s nonprofit mission.
Council to Hold Columbus Statue Committee Meeting
A City Council committee will take public comment and consider a resolution to move a statue of Christopher Columbus from a prominent park …
Ignoring DeLandro, Republican Council Leader Seeks Candidates to Succeed Sanchez
Republican Council Majority Leader Daniel Salerno is seeking candidates to succeed Manny Sanchez, ignoring DeLandro as Democrats’ choice.
Happening in New Britain Nov 30th to Dec 6th
New Britain meetings & events the week of Mon, Nov 30th to Sun, Dec 6th includes the Council committee meeting on the Columbus Statue.
Happy Thanksgiving
From our families to yours the New Britain Progressive wishes you a happy and safe Thanksgiving celebration!
NBMAA to Host Thanksgiving Weekend Online Music Event
The New Britain Museum of American Art is inviting people to a Thanksgiving weekend online live performance, “with a positive message.”
New Britain Industrial Museum Exhibit Opening
The New Britain Industrial Museum is set to open a special exhibit at Anvil Place, the former site of the New Britain National Bank.
Happening in New Britain Nov 23rd to 29th
New Britain city meetings and community events during the week of Monday, November 23, 2020 to Sunday, November 29th include Thanksgiving.
Jr. Canes Holding Thanksgiving Food Drive
New Britain Hurricanes Youth Football & Cheerleading has announced that the Jr. Canes are seeking donations for its Thanksgiving food drive.
Democrats Pressing for DeLandro to Succeed Sanchez on Council
Democratic leaders are working to show why Democrat Veronica DeLandro is the right person to succeed Rep-Elect Manny Sanchez on the Council.
Committee Meeting Set on Columbus Statue
A City Council committee will take public comment and consider a resolution to move a statue of Christopher Columbus from a city park.
KIEDC Announces Food Box Program at St. James
Kingdom International Economic Development Corporation (KIEDC) will have a pop up food pantry at Saint James Missionary Baptist Church.
Herstory Happy Hour Presenting “The Negotiation”
In its second Herstory Happy Hour, Herstory Theater of Connecticut is presenting online Bill Arnold’s original play “The Negotiation”.
Rep. Bobby Sanchez Reappointed Education Chair
State Representative Bobby Sanchez (D-25) has been re-appointed as the Chair of the powerful legislative Education Committee.
Happening in New Britain Nov 16th to 22nd
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, November 16, 2020 to Sunday, November 22nd:
Racial Justice Coalition Files Official Document Request
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition has announced that it has filed a formal Freedom of Information request with the city.
North-Oak NRZ Holding Community Clean-Up
Pastor Dana Smith, President of the North-Oak NRZ, has announced that there will be a community-clean-up event this Saturday.