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New Britain 2020-2021 School Calendar Start Date CHANGED to Sept 8th
Editor’s note (8/31/2020): Since this article was originally published, the start date of school was changed from September 3, 2020 to September 8th. While starting in unusual times, the 2020-2021 New Britain school school year is set to begin on September 8th and run through June 11th. The Consolidated School District of New Britain has […]
Schools Set to Open September 1st for 2021-2022 School Year
It may still be summer, but the Consolidated School District of New Britain is reminding New Britain families that the start of school is around the corner.
North Oak NRZ VP Sandoval Writes Kids’ Book on COVID-19
Manny Sandoval, a community activist, who is North-Oak NRZ VP, wrote children’s book on the questions and concerns kids have about COVID-19.
Racial Justice Coalition Plans Free Breakfast – POSTPONED
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition has announced that it plans to hold a free breakfast event to, “build community.”
Happening in New Britain Aug 17th to Aug 23rd
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, August 17, 2020 to Sunday, August 23rd include…
Summer Stuff-A-Cruiser Event to Collect School Supplies Donations
New Britain Police are conducting their annual, “Summer Stuff-A-Cruiser,” event collect school supplies for New Britain kids.
Diaspora Planning September 2020 Multicultural Festival
The Diaspora Multicultural Society is making preparations for its 3rd Annual Multicultural Festival this September.
Happening in New Britain Aug 10th to Aug 16th
New Britain city meetings and community events during the week of Mon, Aug 10, 2020 to Sun, Aug 16th include the party primaries.
Shaker Gift Drawing Exhibit to Open at NBMAA
Rare “gift” or “spirit” drawings created by Shaker women will be featured in the upcoming exhibit at the New Britain Museum of American Art (NBMAA). The exhibit, Anything but Simple: Shaker Gift Drawings and the Women Who Made Them, is a part of the Museum’s 2020/20+ Women @ NBMAA series celebrating women artists, which, the […]
The “Leaf Jumpers” To Play at 2020 Walnut Hill Park Summer Music Series
The 2020 Summer Music Series is planned to feature “Leaf Jumpers” at its Wednesday concert at New Britain’s historic Walnut Hill Park.
Happening in New Britain Aug 3 to Aug 9th
New Britain city meetings and community events during the week of Monday, Aug 3, 2020 to Sunday, Aug 9th include the Children’s Charities Tennis Classic.
NBMAA Extends 2020/20+Women Exhibition Schedule
The New Britain Museum of American Art has announced that it is extending its 2020/20+Women series of exhibitions devoted to the work of women artists.
Chief Chute to Hold Virtual Town Hall Meeting
New Britain Police Chief Christopher Chute is to hold a virtual town hall meeting and is inviting questions from the community.
Happening in New Britain Jul 27th to Aug 2nd
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, July 27, 2020 to Sunday, Aug 2nd include:
Americans With Disabilities Act Celebrated at 30 Years
July 26, 2020 is the thirtieth anniversary of the landmark Americans With Disabilities Act enacted to advance the civil rights of people with disabilities.
POSTPONED – “Shaded Soul” at 2020 Walnut Hill Park Summer Music Series
The “Shaded Soul Band” is the next performance planned at the 2020 Summer Music Series in New Britain’s historic Walnut Hill Park.
Happening in New Britain Jul 20th to 26th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, July 20, 2020 to Sunday, July 26th include:
“The Dilemma” To Play at 2020 Walnut Hill Park Summer Music Series
The 2020 Summer Music Series is planned to feature “The Dilemma” at its Monday concert at New Britain’s historic Walnut Hill Park.
What Common Vaccines Do You Need?
By Dr. Peggy Lampkin, MD – Vaccines are especially important for older adults, but do you know which ones you need?
NBHS to Hold Second Summer Session
There is to be a second session of summer New Britain High School classes, to be held online, and the registration for the session ends this week.