Happening in New Britain Mar 13th to 19th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, March 13, 2023 to Sunday, March 19th include… [MEC id=”31208″] Editor’s note: If you would like to submit an event for inclusion in the New Britain Progressive weekly events articles, or would like to update something already listed, here, feel free […]
Memorial Service Planned for Rep. David Pudlin, Widely Honored Legislative and Labor Leader
A memorial service will be held in honor of former New Britain State Representative David Pudlin (D-24), who served as the Majority Leader of the State House of Representatives and Vice President for Organizing of the New England Health Care Employees Union, District 1199. Pudlin passed away in 2021 after having served a life of […]
Legislation On Clarity Of Local Ballot Questions Gets Hearing
GAE Committee Will Consider Changes Endorsed By NB League of Women Voters Staff Reports HARTFORD – Legislation to bring “clarity and simplicity” to municipal referendum questions will be the subject of a public hearing on Friday March 10th at the State Capitol. The Legislature’s Government Administration and Elections Committee will hear testimony in Room 2A […]
Happening in New Britain Mar 6th to 12th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, March 6, 2023 to Sunday, March 12th include… [MEC id=”31073″] Editor’s note: If you would like to submit an event for inclusion in the New Britain Progressive weekly events articles, or would like to update something already listed, here, feel free […]
New Britain NAACP Expresses Solidarity With Student Anti-Racism Protesters
The NAACP New Britain Branch has expressed solidarity and support for CCSU students who held an anti-racism protest that interrupted the showing of a movie by a far-right student group. The controversial film, The Greatest Lie Ever Sold: George Floyd and The Rise Of The BLM, was presented by the student group, Turning Point CCSU. The […]
New Britain NAACP Expresses Solidarity With Student Anti-Racism Protesters
The NAACP New Britain Branch has expressed solidarity and support for CCSU students who held an anti-racism protest that interrupted the showing of a movie by a far-right student group. The controversial film, The Greatest Lie Ever Sold: George Floyd and The Rise Of The BLM, was presented by the student group, Turning Point CCSU. The […]
Data Shows Large Rent Increases in New Britain
Staff Reports Data from the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) points to hefty increases in rental housing in New Britain. HUD data appears to show rent levels in New Britain growing dramatically in the past few years, confirming anecdotal accounts of rent increases that people are experiencing. According to one New Britain […]
Happening in New Britain Feb 27th to Mar 5th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, February 27, 2023 to Sunday, March 5th include… [MEC id=”30923″] Editor’s note: If you would like to submit an event for inclusion in the New Britain Progressive weekly events articles, or would like to update something already listed, here, feel free […]
2023 Hoops for Homeless Benefit Basketball Tournament Team Registration Available
The 2023 Hoops for Homeless Benefit Basketball Tournament is set to be held this Saturday, April 29, 2023 and team registration is available.
Tickets Available for April Parks and Recreation Easter Egg Hunt
New Britain Parks and Recreation is to host an Easter Egg Hunt on April 1, 2023. Tickets are already available on the Parks and Recreation website.
Welcome to My World Autism Hosting 2nd Annual Autism Awareness Walk
Welcome to My World Autism is hosting its 2nd Annual Autism Awareness Walk.
Happening in New Britain Feb 20th to 26th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, February 20, 2023 to Sunday, February 26th include… [MEC id=”30859″] Editor’s note: If you would like to submit an event for inclusion in the New Britain Progressive weekly events articles, or would like to update something already listed, here, feel free […]
North-Oak NRZ to Hold February Monthly Meeting
The North-Oak NRZ’s President, Manny Sandoval, has announced the February monthly meeting of the neighborhood organization. [MEC id=”30882″] The North-Oak Neighborhood Revitalization Zone (NRZ), the North-Oak neighborhood’s community organization, allows area residents and others involved in the neighborhood to work together to advocate for the future of the community. The NRZ’s monthly meeting is to […]
Happening in New Britain Feb 13th to 19th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, February 13, 2023 to Sunday, February 19th include… [MEC id=”30792″] Editor’s note: If you would like to submit an event for inclusion in the New Britain Progressive weekly events articles, or would like to update something already listed, here, feel free […]
CCSU Brotherhood Initiative & National Parents Organization, CT To Host Panel Discussion: “Our Children: The Race For Racial Equality Through Policy”
The CCSU Brotherhood Initiative and National Parents Organization, CT are hosting, “A panel discussion on how to address injustice towards children in the family court system.”
CCSU Brotherhood Initiative & National Parents Organization, CT To Host Panel Discussion: “Our Children: The Race For Racial Equality Through Policy”
The CCSU Brotherhood Initiative and National Parents Organization, CT are hosting, “A panel discussion on how to address injustice towards children in the family court system.”
City to Honor Nine Prominent Black Community Members
Sam Simmons, Ethan Welsh, Jason Gibson, Ernestine Faienza, Mary Floyd, James Jones, Dana Smith, Quentin McDougal and Elmer Nixon are to be honored in a city hall ceremony in recognition of Black History Month. The City Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities and Mayor Erin E. Stewart announced that an exhibit honoring the prominent Black […]
New Britain State Legislative Delegation: United for Ukraine: Services for Ukrainian Refugees
The New Britain state legislative delegation is hosting a United for Ukraine event in order to make services available for Ukrainian refugees who have come to New Britain.
2023 Little Poland Festival Planned For June 4th; Organizers Raising Donations
The 2023 New Britain Little Poland Festival is planned for June 4th, Broad Street community leader Adrian Baron says, and festival organizers are seeking donations for the event. “This year, New Britain, Connecticut’s Little Poland neighborhood will host the 10th edition of the Little Poland Festival,” Baron says, adding that, “the event showcases Polish culture […]
Happening in New Britain Jan 30th to Feb 5th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, January 30, 2023 to Sunday, February 5th include… [MEC id=”30620″] Editor’s note: If you would like to submit an event for inclusion in the New Britain Progressive weekly events articles, or would like to update something already listed, here, feel free […]