New Britain Museum of American Art Hosting Gallery Talk — Elizabeth Nkonoki-Ward
The New Britain Museum of American Art is hosting an upcoming Gallery Talk — Elizabeth Nkonoki-Ward. The event is a part of the Museum’s Black Matriarchs Series.
New Britain Museum of American Art Celebrating Juneteenth With Free Community Day
“Mark your calendars for the NBMAA’s 22nd annual Juneteenth celebration!” the New Britain Museum of American Art.
Klingberg Motorcar Series June Event Suspended for 2023
The 2023 edition of the June Klingberg Motorcar Series and the Pre-war Concours d’Elegance has been suspended, say event organizers for a time of planning and rebuilding, with plans to return in 2024. The spring tradition of vintage cars making their way through the streets of New Britain and up Linwood Street to Klingberg Family […]
Tens of Thousands Enjoy 2023 Little Poland Festival
Overcast skies and cool temperatures could not keep away tens of thousands from enjoying the 2023 Little Poland Festival on Broad Street. Once again, thousands of people from New Britain, the state and beyond thronged New Britain’s Little Poland neighborhood for the popular celebration of Polish culture, music and cuisine. Music was everywhere in up […]
June 5th to 11th — Events in New Britain
In New Britain, Connecticut, community events and meetings from June 5, 2023, 2023 to Sunday, June 11th include… [MEC id=”32708″] New Britain Progressive, a publication of New Britain Independent Newspaper, Inc. is free to read and community supported. http://newbritainprogressive.com Please feel free to help the New Britain Progressive with a donation, and you are invited […]
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Holding Fundraiser
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition has announced that it is holding a fundraiser event.
Little Poland Festival Organizers Announce 2023 Schedule of Entertainment and Events for June 4th
The organizers of the New Britain Little Poland Festival , planned for June 4, 2023, have announced the schedule of music, dancing and other events.
Diaspora Multicultural Society To Host 6th Annual Diaspora Multicultural Festival
The Diaspora Multicultural Society says that it is, “hosting its sixth annual outdoor Multicultural Festival on Saturday, September 9, 2023. The family-friendly event will run from 12 – 5 p.m. featuring food, vendors, giveaways, and live performances.”
Hole in the Wall Theater Plans Annual Meeting
New Britain’s Hole in the Wall Theater is planning its 2023 Annual Meeting, saying, “Big things are happening at HITW, and we want you to be a part of it!”
City Council Meeting Called to Vote on City Budget
The City Council is set to hold a meeting to consider approving the city budget proposed by Mayor Erin Stewart (R). Stewart has proposed a $265,849,055 city budget that would increase property taxes by 12.58% for the fiscal year that begins July 1st, with a 5.92% spending increase over current year expenditures. The proposal would […]
SURE Program Hosting Fashion Show
The nonprofit SURE Program is hosting a fashion show on June 10, 2023. The event is, “being done as a community event, to empower our youth, and also to fundraise for the SURE Program,” says Candyce Scott, director of the Program.
New Britain Museum of American Art Offering Free Coffee With Paid Admission for June 10th Connecticut Open House Day
“Visit the Museum on June 10 to enjoy free coffee (hot or iced) with paid admission,” the New Britain Museum of American Art says, adding, “children under 18 are free.”
Police Athletic League Hosting ‘Midnight Basketball’
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 2023.
Happenings in New Britain May 29th to June 4th
From May 29, 2023 to Sunday, June 4th community events and meetings in New Britain include… [MEC id=”32561″] New Britain Progressive, a publication of New Britain Independent Newspaper, Inc. is free to read and community supported. http://newbritainprogressive.com Please feel free to help the New Britain Progressive with a donation, and you are invited to purchase […]
New Britain Public Library Hosting “Digitization Day”
“Do you have old photos you’d like to digitally preserve?” the New Britain Public Library asks, or, “VHS tapes you’d like to convert to DVD? Old film negatives you’d love to save and share?
100 Man March with Community Service and Health Event to be Led by Black Ministerial Alliance with ALM’s Ministries International
The Black Ministerial Alliance of New Britain, with ALM’s Ministries International, are leading a 100 Man March with a Community Service and Health Event in August.
New Britain Public Library Hosting Cheese Tasting for National Cheese Day
“Sample cheeses from Connecticut Dairy farms for National Cheese day!” the New Britain Public Library asks. “Registration is not required, come in while supplies last!”
Pride Month Flag Raising To Be Held In New Britain On June 5th
New Britain Pride has invited the community to, “Join us as the City of New Britain raises the Pride Flag!” The event is to be June 5, 2023 at 9:30pm in Central Park.
CCSU Planetarium Presenting Free Planetarium Show On The Aurora
“Have you ever seen the dancing lights in the northern sky?” the CCSU Copernican Planetarium and Observatory asks. “Why is this atmospheric phenomenon so mysterious? Come join us for a spectacular visual celebration of the night sky at our next free public planetarium show.”
Police Athletic League Hosting 3rd Annual 5K to Benefit Special Olympics
The New Britain Police Athletic League is hosting its 3rd Annual AW Stanley Park 5k to benefit Special Olympics Connecticut.