Community
Spring Book Sale to be at New Britain Public Library
Friends of the New Britain Public Library is to host its, “Spring Book Sale.” The sale is to be on three days, Thursday, April 18, 2024, from 10:00am to 2:00pm, Friday, April 19th, from 10:00am to 4:00pm and Saturday, April 20th, from 10:00am to 2:00pm. The sale Thursday is to be a, “Preview: $10/ fee; […]
NBMAA Hosting “Craft Sippin’ in New Britain”
The New Britain Museum of American Art says that it, “will once again assemble some of the best breweries in CT for our ever-popular “Craft Sippin’ in New Britain.” Enjoy tasting Connecticut’s finest craft beers, a walking taco bar, and the MLB game on the big screen!” The event is to be Friday, April 19, […]
New Britain Honors Memory Of Rev. King 56 years after assassination
Remembering April 4, 1968 It’s not the national holiday of his birth but 56 years later honoring the memory of MLK occurs almost everywhere in April at parks, in schools and at community events on the day he died fighting for the dignity of sanitation workers in Memphis. And for many of us of a […]
Council Member Candyce Scott Visits With Residents At Old High School
City Council member Candyce Scott (D-3) says that she enjoyed meeting with constituents at the senior apartments at the old New Britain High School on Bassett Street. Revered community leader, Mr. Alton Brooks, a resident of the apartments, joined the meeting in which Scott met with residents. Scott says that she wanted, at the “Meet […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, Apr 8th to 14th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, April 14, 2024 include,
25th Annual “Senior Prom” Planned
The 25th Annual Senior Prom is to be held, again, at New Britain High School on April 18, 2024. The annual “Senior Prom” is a popular annual event in New Britain for senior citizens, in which seniors are treated to food, music and dancing. The New Britain Senior says that the 2024 edition of the […]
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Wreath Laying Planned
The Mary McLeod Bethune Club, the city and the Black Ministerial Alliance of New Britain are planning the annual Wreath Laying Ceremony in honor of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The event is to be on April 6, 2024 at 11:00am at the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park. The event, themed, […]
Music Series at South Church Concert to Feature Elm City Girls’ Choir
The Music Series at South Church is hosting an April concert featuring the Elm City Girls’ Choir. The Music Series at South Church says that, Having performed at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, Elm City Girls’ Choir is New England’s most acclaimed girls’ choral program. The Choir School’s mission is to foster a deep commitment […]
NBHS PTO Holding Clothing Drive
The NBHS PTO is holding clothing driving, saying, “until Friday, April 19th, you may bring your donations to the main office at the high school! Or you can drive up and drop off on Saturday, April 20th, from 9-1pm in front of the Auditorium.” “Who wants to see Mr. Pearce’s office filled with bags of […]
Banned Book Club at New Britain Public Library to Discuss “The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian” by Sherman Alexie
The New Britain Public Library’s Banned Book Club is to discuss “The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie” by Sherman Alexie at its upcoming meeting. The Library says that the event is its, Monthly book club where we will be reading books that have been challenged or banned in public libraries. […]
CCSU Planetarium Presenting Shows on “Star Swarms”
The CCSU Copernican Planetarium and Observatory is presenting shows on “Star Swarms”. “Most stars are not loners like our Sun,” says the Planetarium, “but are part of a large group or star cluster. Join us as we fly through these stellar swarms at our next free public planetarium shows.” The events is Wednesday, April 10, […]
CCSU Take Back the Night March Planned
The CCSU Ruthe Boyea Women’s Center has announced, “its annual Take Back the Night event and march on Tuesday, April 9, at 6:30 p.m. The event will be held at Semesters in the Student Center.” “Take Back the Night,” organizers say, “aims to end sexual violence in all forms, including sexual assault, sexual abuse, trafficking, […]
New Britain Public Library Hosting Solar Eclipse Event
The New Britain Public Library is to host a Solar Eclipse Event. The Library says that, Come watch the Solar Eclipse with Free Solar Eclipse Glasses from the National Science Foundation. Come to the library from 1:00 – 2:00 to make solar eclipse themed crafts, then meet us at Walnut Hill Park at 2:00 to […]
Diaspora Society to Celebrate Grand Re-Opening
The Diaspora Multicultural Society, Inc has announced that it is holding an Grand Re-Opening. “We are excited to get back to a regular schedule of events and happenings for our members and guests!” the community organization says. The event is to be on Friday, April 5, 2024. “Doors open at 6 pm.” say event organizers. […]
Harlem Wizards Event in New Britain to Benefit New Britain Students
The Harlem Wizards comedic basketball team are to face off against the “Hurricane Hoopers”, a team of New Britain teachers in a ‘game’ to raise funds for educational programming and scholarships for New Britain students. The event is to be on April 23, 2024 at 6:30pm at New Britain High School. The Consolidated School District […]
Protecting our Birds and Bees Presentation by the Sierra Club on Pesticides in Connecticut
The Sierra Club Connecticut is presenting a program, Pesticides in Connecticut- Protecting our Birds and Bees, in an upcoming event at New Britain Public Library. “Join Sierra Club CT at the New Britain Public Library,” the environmental organization says, “for an informative program on the dangers of the pesticide Neonicotinoids and pose to both human […]
Federal Earmarks Bring New Funds For Housing, Emergency Shelter And Sewer System
by John McNamara New Britain is the beneficiary of specially appropriated federal funds to address needs for the unhoused, affordable housing development and a deteriorating storm water and sewer system under the recently adopted Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024. Funded with $2,134,752 are three projects for two nonprofit agencies and municipal government submitted by U.S. […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, Apr 1st to 7th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, April 7, 2024 include,
Andrew Amaya, New Britain Student Attending CCSU, Receives Alma Exley Scholarship
Andrew Amaya of New Britain, studying Secondary Education with a focus on history at Central Connecticut State University, has received a $5,000 Alma Exley Scholarship. Amaya is a New Britain High School graduate. The Alma Exley Scholarship Program says that, Alma Exley, a dedicated educator, was working at the Connecticut Department of Education to bring […]
Council Resolution Acknowledges Celebration of Ramadan
The New Britain City Council approved a resolution acknowledging the Muslim Holy Month of Ramadan and sharing warm greetings with those who are celebrating it in the city. The Council’s resolution recognizes Ramadan’s importance in the faith of many city residents. The resolution discusses Ramadan as, a spiritual time to cleanse the body and mind. […]