Community
Call-In Public Participation Available for Council Meetings
For the two meetings of the City Council tonight, April 8, 2020, there is the opportunity for the public to express their opinion by calling in.
School Board Votes to “Work Through” April Break
The New Britain school district has announced that the Board of Education has, “voted to work through the scheduled April break.”
Scene in New Britain
With COVID-19 increasingly keeping people isolated from one another, some may find time to notice details all around that might have missed their attention.
New Britain ROOTS Seeking Youth for Summer Youth Employment Program
New Britain ROOTS says that, “As of now, our Summer Youth Employment Program is still happening,” encouraging youth to apply. “We are anticipating a huge need this summer with limited slots available,” the organization says. “If you are a youth that has been involved in our programs, please reach out to us directly if you plan […]
Hoops for Homeless Cancels 2020 Downtown Event
The annual Hoops for Homeless benefit 3 vs. 3 basketball tournament, planned for April 25, 2020, has been cancelled, event organizers say.
School District Begins New Phase of Online Learning
The New Britain school district has begun “phase two” of its online learning program with instruction for how to use Google Classroom and other resources.
NAACP to Hold Census Tele-Town Hall
The New Britain Branch of the NAACP will hold a Tele-Town Hall on the 2020 Census in its efforts to, “ensure everyone is counted.”
NAACP Sponsors COVID-19 Hotline With Yale Health
The New Britain Branch of the NAACP has announced that it is sponsoring a hotline with Yale New Haven Health for information about the Coronavirus.
School System Updates on Student Tests, Meals
Change are being made in standardized testing, SATs and Advanced Placement exams, while a school food location has been changed.
Gov. Lamont Extends School Cancellation Through April 20th
Gov. Ned Lamont has cancelled public school classes in the state, “through April 20, 2020, unless earlier extended, modified, or terminated by me.”
School District Holding ‘Virtual Spirit Week’
As part of its efforts to keep the school community engaged while school is out, the New Britain school district is holding a ‘virtual spirit week.’
2020 Holy Cross Bazaar and Carnival Planned for July (Postponed)
The Holy Cross Church in New Britain is planning its 2020 popular Annual Bazaar and Carnival for July.
Springtime Starts to Spring
While people are facing worry and isolation about the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, a little beauty has started to spring up in the form of – springtime.
Online Religious Services Gain Importance Amid COVID-19
Online religious services are gaining larger importance, as life changes in the New Britain community amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Superintendent Announces Likely “Extended School Closure”
New Britain schools Superintendent Nancy Sarra has announced, “extended school closure,” after, “ongoing communication,” with state officials.
School District Says June 19 is Last School Day; Adds Meal Locations
The Consolidated School District of New Britain has announced that the, “last day of school for all CSDNB schools will be June 19, 2020.”
Hole in the Wall Theater Cancels Shows Until Further Notice
New Britain’s Hole in the Wall Theater has announced that it is, “cancelling all live shows until further notice, due to concerns of spreading COVID-19.”
Police to Have Online Story Time During COVID-19 School Closing
During the COVID-19 school closing, the New Britain Police have announced an online story time reading for children for each night while school is out.
Happening in New Britain Mar 16th to 22nd
A number of New Britain city meetings and community events have been previously planned during the week of Monday, March 16, 2020 to Sunday, March 22nd.
Youth Museum Temporarily Closes Due to COVID-19
The New Britain Youth Museum and the New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park are to be temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Museum says.