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New Britain Youth Theater Announces Auditions for “The Gnome”
The New Britain Youth Theater has announced that it will hold auditions for the play, “The Gnome” on January 15th and 17th, 2018. The Museum says that “The Gnome” is a story, “Based on a lesser known fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm, and adapted by the writers of NBYT’s Unlocked and Penny and the […]
“Day of Tears” to be Performed at OIC and ParaDYM Academy Black History Month Event, Mar 3rd
A stage adaptation of Julius Lester’s book “Day of Tears” will be performed at the New Britain Opportunities Industrialization Center (OIC) and ParaDYM Academy Black History Month celebration on March 3, 2018. Lester’s novel, “Day of Tears” is about the true events of March 2nd and 3rd of 1859, at what was largest recorded auction in […]
Spottswood A.M.E. Zion Hosts Pasta Luncheon for Children and Their Families Jan 13th
The Spottswood A.M.E. Zion Church Praying It Forward Outreach Ministry will host a Free Pasta Luncheon for children and their families on January 13, 2018. “Come One, Come All – Children and their Families,” the Spottswood Praying It Forward Outreach Ministry says. All adults attending the event must be accompanied by a child. The event will […]
Hundreds Attend Three Kings Day Event at West Main Street McDonald’s
Hundreds of young people gathered to celebrate El Día de los Reyes, Three Kings Day, at the West Main Street McDonald’s in New Britain on January 6th, joined by local dignitaries. The event was hosted by the McDonald’s franchise owner, Joe Rodriguez. Participating dignitaries included State Senator Terry Gerratana, Secretary of the State Denise Merrill […]
Arch Area NRZ Meeting Jan 8th
The Arch Area NRZ has announced that it will hold its monthly meeting on January 8, 2018. The meeting will be held in the New Britain Police Station, in the Community Room on the street level. The meeting will be held from 5:45pm to 6:45pm. Parking for the meeting is available on Chestnut Street, across […]
Polish American Foundation Offers Polish Language School for Adults
The Polish American Foundation is offering classes for adults in the Polish language. “Is your New Year’s resolution to learn Polish?,” says the Foundation. “If it is, join us in January 2018.” The Foundation’s “Polish Language School for Adults” will have four upcoming courses. “First Year Polish, part 1,” will be a four week course, held […]
New Year’s Open Mic at Hole in the Wall Theater Jan 6th
As the New Year begins, the Hole in the Wall Theater is offering an event for people to show off their talent and express themselves. The Theater invites people to come for a “New Year’s Open Mic” event to “bid farewell to 2017, and welcome 2018.” The Theater says, We provide the stage, a mic […]
2018 New Britain Little Poland Festival to Be April 29
The Polonia Business Association‘s 2018 Little Poland Festival will be held on April 29, 2018. New Britain’s Little Poland Festival is a huge celebration of Polish culture, music and cuisine held annually each spring since 2011. As many as 20,000 people from across Connecticut and beyond have joined New Britain residents in the community celebration […]
Spottswood A.M.E. Zion Church Announces 2017 Christmas Day Service
Spottswood A.M.E. Zion Church will hold its 2017 Christmas Day Service at 11:00am on Christmas Day. “All are welcome,” the Church says. The Spottswood A.M.E. Zion Church, led by the Rev. Jacqueline King, is affectionately known as “The Spott.” The Church’s website, www.spottswoodamezion.org, says that, “Our worship services are open to anyone who would like to […]
Saint Joachim Parish Announces 2017 Christmas Mass Schedule
The Saint Joachim Parish has announced its 2017 Christmas Mass schedule, from December 24th to January 1st. New Britain’s Saint Joachim Parish is a combination of the churches of Saint Mary and Saint Ann. St. Mary Church is located at 544 Main Street and St. Ann Church is located at 47 Clark Street. In the […]
Hole in the Wall Theater to Present “The Glass Menagerie” Jan 19th to Feb 10th
The Hole in the Wall Theater has announced its presentation of a classic American play, “The Glass Menagerie”. The play will open at the Theater on January 19, 2018 and run until February 10th. The “The Glass Menagerie” is the play that won Tennessee Williams wide acclaim in the 1940s. Williams is regarded as one the […]
Winter Vacation Program at Youth Museum at Hungerford Park, Dec 26 to Dec 29
The New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park will hold a Winter Vacation Program for children during the New Britain public schools’ Winter Break. The Museum’s Winter Vacation Program is for children in Kindergarten through the 4th grade. The Museum says that, in the Program, “We will learn about Connecticut’s habitats as well as the […]
Gingerbread House Making at the New Britain Youth Museum Dec 28th
The New Britain Youth Museum will celebrate the holiday season with a gingerbread house making event on December 28, 2017. The event will offer the chance to create a gingerbread house and decorate it with an assortment of candy. “Each child will be provided with frosting, graham crackers, and candy,” says the Museum in its […]
“It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play” at the Hole in the Wall Theater Dec 15, 16 & 17
Just in time for the holidays, the Hole in the Wall Theater is showing its production of “It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play”, a theatrical production of the beloved, heartwarming movie. The Hole in the Wall invites people to, Come and see the same heartwarming, holiday tale of George Bailey you’ve watched on […]
“It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play” at the Hole in the Wall Theater Dec 15, 16 & 17
Just in time for the holidays, the Hole in the Wall Theater is showing its production of “It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play”, a theatrical production of the beloved, heartwarming movie. The Hole in the Wall invites people to, Come and see the same heartwarming, holiday tale of George Bailey you’ve watched on […]
PAL “Little Ninjas” Karate Program Accepting Registrations
The New Britain PAL Karate Program has announced its newest program, “Little Ninjas” karate. The Little Ninjas karate program will instruct children ages three to six in karate skills and concepts. “Structured 30 minute classes,” PAL says, will, “give the opportunity for students to learn karate in a fun environment.” Classes will start on January 26, 2018. […]
2018 League of Women Voters Legislative Brunch Jan 6th
The New Britain Area League of Women Voters will hold its 2018 Legislative Brunch on January, 6, 2018. The League of Women Voters holds their Legislative Brunch before the upcoming state legislative session to give members of the League and the public the opportunity to ask questions and hear legislators comments about upcoming issues. The […]
Youth Museum at Hungerford Park “Kids Night Out” Dec 16th
The New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park will hold a “Kids Night Out” program on the evening of Saturday, December 16th, 2017. The Museum invites parents to, “Drop the kids off at the nature center for an evening of fun.” The event is for children ages three to twelve. The program runs from 5:00pm […]
“Ragtime” at Connecticut Theater Company, Dec 8 to Jan 14
The Connecticut Theater Company will open its production of “Ragtime” on December 8th, 2017. The Theater describes the play as, At the dawn of a new century, everything is changing… and anything is possible. Set in the volatile melting pot of turn-of-the-century New York, three distinctly American tales are woven together — that of a […]
“Snowman Party” at Hungerford Park Dec 9th
The New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park is having a “Snowman Party” on Saturday, December 9, 2017. The event, for children ages two to twelve, will be a “Winter-themed party”, featuring cookie decorating, games, crafts and snacks. The party, which will be from 1:00pm to 3:00pm, costs $10 per child for members and $12 […]