Community
Queen Ann Nzinga Center Planning 16th Annual Constance “Connie” Renee Wilson Collins Exceptional Women Concert
The Queen Ann Nzinga Center is planning its 16th Annual Constance “Connie” Renee Wilson Collins Exceptional Women Concert. The event is in honor Constance “Connie” Renee Wilson Collins, who was New Britain’s first African-American elected official, having served three terms on the City Council. She was known as a strong and deeply respected political, labor […]
Former Alderman Adam Platosz’ Life of Service To City and Community
Funeral services for Former City Alderman Adam Platosz, who died March 12th at the age of 73, drew hundreds of individuals who came to mourn the passing of a public servant and a loyal and generous friend and leader in the city’s Ukrainian American community. Platosz, a longtime member of the Democratic Town Committee, served […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain from Mar 24th to 30th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, March 30, 2025 include
Public Open House Planned for Piper Brook & Webster Brook Flood Project
SLR Consulting is inviting people to a Public Open House for Piper Brook and Webster Brook Flood Project. Organizers of the event say, Come learn about the Resilient CT Piper Brook and Webster Brook project and provide your input on flooding at priority sites along the river! Welcome to the Public Open House for Piper […]
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Planning March Community Meeting and Iftar
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is planning its March Community Meeting and Iftar. The Coalition invites people, saying, “We’ll be discussing the city and sate budget and how it impacts our community. Come share your thoughts, connect, and break fast with us.” The meeting is Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 6:30pm at 115 West […]
Images from the 2025 Taste of Ramadan Hosted by Islamic Association of Central Connecticut
The Islamic Association of Central Connecticut hosted its annual “Taste of Ramadan” inviting people to, a community Iftar celebration on March 15, 2025 at 6:30pm at New Britain High School.
Women’s Month Self Care Day by Candyce Scott
A Women’s Month Self Care Day is planned by Candyce Scott. Scott is inviting people to, “fun, relaxation and sisterhood at Insight of New England Counseling. The event is to be March 28, 2025, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at 115 West Main Street. Scott is asking for RSVPs at 860-325-3119.
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain from Mar 17th to 23rd
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, March 23, 2025 include
Taste of Ramadan 2025 to be Hosted by Islamic Association of Central Connecticut; City Council Offers “Ramadan Mubarak” Greetings
The Islamic Association of Central Connecticut is hosting “Taste of Ramadan 2025”, inviting people to, “Join us for a community Iftar celebration.” “Food from around the world!!!” event organizers say. The event is March 15, 2025 at 6:30pm at New Britain High School. A City Council resolution introduced at the March 12th Council meeting by […]
Bingo at Oak St Health
Oak St Health is having bingo on Thursday, March 27, 2025 1pm-3pm. There will be raffle, prizes and refreshments. Oak St Health is located at 179 Columbus Blvd, New Britain, CT 06051.
Making The New Britain Public Library A ‘Library of Human Connection’
Director Sjöberg Shares Plans To Build Infrastructure For Reading In New Britain by John McNamara Walk into the New Britain Public Library (NBPL) on High Street these days and you will notice physical changes to the main floor. The circulation and reference desks have been merged into one. The main floor’s makeover will include five […]
Friends of the New Britain Public Library Hosting “Courageous Women in History: Harriet Tubman”
The Friends of New Britain Public Library are hosting an event, “Courageous Women in History: Harriet Tubman,” at the Library. Event organizers say, Join us for a reenactment of Harriet Tubman’s speech “I Can’t Die But Once” from the 1896 inaugural meeting of the National Association of Colored Women in Washington D.C. This solo performance […]
School System Publishes 2025-2026 School Calendar
The New Britain school district has published its calendar for the 2025-2026 school year. The 2026 – 2026 calendar says that the school year begins on August 25, 2025 and ends on June 9, 2029. The school district updates the calendar from time to time, and the most recent version would be on the district’s […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain from Mar 10th to 16th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, March 16, 2025 include
CCSU Offers Free Health Screenings
Free Community Health Clinic Open To City Residents Central Connecticut State University’s (CCSU) Nursing Department is offering health screenings for New Britain area residents as well as faculty and staff members of the University at the Community Health Education Clinic. The walk-in clinic, located on the ground floor of Nicolaus Copernicus Hall, 180 Paul Manafort, Sr. […]
CCSU Nursing Hosting Community Baby Shower
Together with Wheeler Clinic and Lucinda’s House the Central Connecticut State University Department of Nursing is planning its annual Community Baby Shower. At the event, CCSU says, Nursing students and other volunteers will provide local mothers-to-be with information about local resources for pregnant women, including local doulas, nurses, lactation consultants, mental health resources, dental providers, […]
Legislators and Council and BOE Members to Hold Community Forum
I community forums is being planned by members of the New Britain state legislative delegation, including Rep Dave DeFronzo (D-26), Rep Bobby Sanchez (D-25), Rep Manny Sanchez (D-24) and Sen Rick Lopes (D-6), who are to be joined by the City Council Assistant Majority Leader, Ald Iris Sanchez (D-3) and Board of Education Secretary Diana […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain from Mar 3rd to 9th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, March 9, 2025 include
The New Britain Downtown District Hosting LepreCON
The New Britain Downtown District hosting “LepreCON”. Organizers say that, ☘️LepreCON returns for its third year to unite all real and faux leprechauns on this annual bar crawl through Downtown New Britain. Enjoy the Craic and drink specials at each stop. 🍻Cheers! Featured Stops:📍Elk’s Lodge 957📍The Industrial Cocktail Bar📍5 Churches Brewing📍I Know You KnowNEW THIS […]