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New Britain 2021 Fall Leaf Collection Underway
The 2021 Fall curbside leaf collection program conducted by the New Britain Public Works Department is underway.
Racial Justice Coalition Raising Funds for Commissary Grants
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition has announced fund raising for commissary grants for incarcerated community members.
Thanking and Honoring New Britain’s Veterans
It has always been important to the people of New Britain to remember, honor and thank veterans who have served our country
New Coalition Pushes for Child Care Investments To Close Gaps
40% of CT Families Live In “Child Care Deserts”; Shortage Is Severe in New Britain By John McNamara New Britain is one of the communities in affluent Connecticut with significant “child care deserts” — places where a high percentage of working and middle income families do not have access to quality and affordable services for […]
NEWBAIC and Spottswood to Host Interfaith Thanksgiving Event
The New Britain Area Interfaith Conference (NEWBAIC) is sponsoring an Interfaith Thanksgiving event, hosted by Spottswood AME Zion Church.
Happening in New Britain Nov 8th to 14th
New Britain meetings and events coming up during the week of Monday, November 8, 2021 to Sunday, November 14th include Veterans Day.
“Mass-Conn-Fusion” to Perform at First Friday
The band “Mass-Conn-Fusion” will be featured at the New Britain Museum of American Art November First Friday event.
YWCA Holding Online “Evening of Treasures Auction”
The YWCA of New Britain is holding its 2021 “Evening of Treasures Auction” online, with online bidding already open.
Happening in New Britain Nov 1st to 7th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, November 1, 2021 to Sunday, November 7th include Election Day.
Wishes for a Happy and Safe Halloween from the New Britain Progressive
From our families to yours, the New Britain Progressive wishes you a happy and safe Halloween evening.
Candidates and Polling Places in 2021 Election
On Tuesday, November 2nd, voters go to the polls to vote for Mayor, City Council, Board of Education and other city offices.
Happening in New Britain Oct 25th to 31st
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, October 25, 2021 to Sunday, October 31st include…
St. George Church Holding Fall Greek Festival Drive-Thru
Saint George Greek Orthodox Church in New Britain is holding a Drive-Thru Dionysos Fall Greek Festival this weekend.
Blaze Barber Barber Shop to Host Vaccination Clinic
In partnership with Rep. Manny Sanchez (D-24), Blaze Barber Barber Shop plans to hold a free vaccination clinic.
American Art Museum Plans Halloween Day Activities
The New Britain Museum of American Art (NBMAA) is planning a “Halloween Spooktacular” Community Day event.
Happening in New Britain Oct 18th to 24th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, October 18, 2021 to Sunday, October 24th include…
Trinity-on-Main to Show Rocky Horror Picture Show Movie
With Halloween approaching, the Trinity-on-Main performance venue is to show the movie, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.”
DeLandro and Sanchez Named Among 100 Most Influential Blacks in Connecticut
Two important leaders in New Britain, Veronica T. DeLandro and Manny Sanchez, have been named among the state’s 100 Most Influential Blacks.
Happening in New Britain Oct 11th to 17th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, October 11, 2021 to Sunday, October 17th include…
Racial Justice Coalition to Hold Indigenous People’s Day Teach-In
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is planning an Indigenous People’s Day Teach-In event at the Main Street Columbus Statue.