Protestors March to Free Palestine
Despite the rain, demonstrators marched in downtown New Britain, calling to, “free Palestine.” “Free, free Palestine,” protesters chanted. “What do we want?” protesters asked, responding, “Justice!”. “By our millions, by our billions,” protesters chanted, “we are all Palestinian.” CNN has reported that, “Pro-Palestinian demonstrators across the globe took to the streets on Saturday to call […]
New Britain Happenings Oct 30th to Nov 5th
From Monday, October 30, 2023 to Sunday, November 5th, happenings in New Britain, Connecticut include, [MEC id=”35295″] The New Britain Progressive, a publication of the 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 […]
Two Proposed Zone Changes Tabled Amid Owner Objections, Others Approved With Opposition
The owners of two properties subject to proposed zone changes objected to the changes, with one saying he did not receive a response from Ald. Robert Smedley (R-4), the Republicans’ Council leader, when he called to discuss the matter. The Council voted unanimously to table those two items, but approved three others, against the objections […]
Hundreds March for Justice in Protest for Katherine Colon
Hundreds of people marched and protested, calling for justice for Katherine M. Colon and accountability from city police and Mayor Erin Stewart (R). Colon died after being hit by a New Britain police car in September. Her family and community activists took to the streets to criticize a lack of information and accountability from city […]
“Rocky Horror Picture Show” Movie to be at Trinity-On-Main
Trinity-On-Main is inviting people to its presentation of, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.”
“Rocky Horror Picture Show” Movie to be at Trinity-On-Main
Trinity-On-Main is inviting people to its presentation of, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.”
“Rocky Horror Picture Show” Movie to be at Trinity-On-Main
Trinity-On-Main is inviting people to its presentation of, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.”
“Rocky Horror Picture Show” Movie to be at Trinity-On-Main
Trinity-On-Main is inviting people to its presentation of, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.”
New Britain Public Library Launching New “Adventurers Club” for HeroQuest and Dungeons and Dragons
“New monthly gaming club starting this November!” the New Britain Public Library says. “Join us for monthly sessions of HeroQuest and Dungeons and Dragons! Seats are limited, please register online or by calling 860-224-3155 ext. 125.”
New Britain Museum of American Art November First Friday to Feature Locomotion
The New Britain Museum of American Art is to have live music from Locomotion at its First Friday event for November.
Halloween Season in New Britain
It is the Halloween season, and events are happening in the New Britain community in celebration. From the lighthearted to the creepy, culminating in treat or treating, or trunk or treating, the season promises to be a ghoulish good time. If you know of any other events happening for Halloween, or any other events, please […]
Outgoing Council to Consider Yet More in Long List of 2023 Zone Changes
In its last meeting, the outgoing New Britain City Council will consider more land use zone and zoning ordinance changes. The proposals add to a raft of zoning changes already approved by the Republican-controlled Council in June and September of 2023. East Street and Newington Avenue One change would rezone an area along the corner […]
Happening in New Britain Oct 23rd to 29th
In New Britain, from Monday, October 23, 2023 to Sunday, October 19th, community meetings and events include, [MEC id=”35162″] The New Britain Progressive, a publication of the 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 […]
Justice for Katherine March to be Held
A march is to be held in honor of Katherine M. Colon, who died after being struck by a New Britain police car in September.
NBHS PTO Holding Clothing Drive
The New Britain High School PTO is holding a Clothing Drive to, “help those in need!”
South Church Music Series to Feature Performance by Frank Zilinyi
The Music Series at South Church is hosting a concert featuring organist Frank R. Zilinyi.
CCSU Black Box Theatre Presenting “Silent Sky”
The CCSU Black Box Theatre is presenting “Silent Sky”. The Theatre says, “The true story of 19th-century astronomer Henrietta Leavitt explores a woman’s place in society during a time of immense scientific and heart-bound discoveries.”
New Britain Public Library Hosting “Much To Do With LGBTQ” Discussion
The New Britain Public Library is hosting an informational discussion event, “Much To Do With LGBTQ,”
“The Night America Panicked” to be Presented by Imagine X Productions at the Hole in the Wall Theater
Imagine X Productions is to present the “The Night America Panicked” at New Britain’s Hole in the Wall Theater about Orson Welles’ 1938 radio presentation of “The War of the Worlds.”
A Pickle Whodunit to be Investigated at New Britain Public Library’s “Pickle Autopsy”
“The Claussens gang confronted the Vlasic gang about some missing items in the fridge,” the New Britain Public Library says, “and now some gherkins have met their demise.”