Community
NBHS Band Camp to Begin August 20th and 21st
The Consolidated School District of New Britain has announced that New Britain High School Golden Hurricanes Marching Band annual band camp will begin on August 20, 2018 for new band participants and August 21st for all band members. “If your child is interested in joining band,” says the school district, “or is coming back for another […]
Eight Plays Created in Two Days Performed at HITW Aug 11th
The Hole in the Wall will present eight plays written overnight one day and rehearsed and performed the very next day. In the unique challenge for both writers and actors, the Theater will host the two day event over August 10th and 11th, 2018. “August 10, we’ll have nothing but a bunch of heavily caffeinated […]
Polish Heritage Night at the Bees Aug 11th
The Polonia Business Association and Little Poland are encouraging people in the community to enjoy Polish Night with the New Britain Bees. The New Britain Bees are dedicating their August 11, 2018 home game to celebrating Polish culture. The Polonia Business Association and Little Poland, in their invitation to the event, say, We hope you had fun […]
2018 “National Night Out” to Be August 7th
The 2018 New Britain National Night Out event, sponsored by the New Britain Police Department, will be held on August 7th. New Britain’s 2017 National Night Out drew hundreds of people in a festival atmosphere. The 2018 event will be a family event featuring New Britain Police, SWAT, Fire and EMS vehicles, Police K-9 dogs, face […]
City Meetings and Community Events, Week of Aug 6th to Aug 12th
City meetings and community events coming up during the week from Monday, August 6, 2018 to Sunday, August 12th include: Mon, Aug 6 Commission on Persons with Disabilities 5:00pm to 6:00pm City Hall, 27 West Main Street, Room 202 Walnut Hill Park Summer Concert 7:00pm to 9:00pm Walnut Hill Park Tue, Aug 7 National Night […]
2018 Dożynki to be Held August 25th and 26th
New Britain’s 2018 Dożynki festival will be held on August 25th and 26th. “Join us for the 38th annual Polish Harvest Festival in New Britain,” says the event organizers, “a beautiful and festive tradition to give thanks and celebrate all things Polish!” Dożynki is the traditional Polish harvest celebration, giving thanks for a bountiful harvest. New […]
So So Fly Holding “Shop ‘n Chill Pop Up” Aug 4th
So So Fly Urban Fashions has announced that it is hosting a “Shop ‘n Chill Pop Up” on Saturday, August 4th, inviting the community to, “shop, chill and enjoy great vibes.” The event is to have live music, free food, art, fashion and raffles. So So Fly has announced that the event is to include […]
City Meetings and Community Events, Week of July 30 to Aug 5th
City meetings and community events coming up during the week from Monday, July 30, 2018 to August 5th include: Mon, Jul 30 Outsiders Art at Gallery 66: Opening Reception 5:00pm to 7:00pm 66 West Main Street Walnut Hill Park Summer Concert 7:00pm to 9:00pm Walnut Hill Park Tue, Jul 31 Special Board of Education Meeting […]
Annual Soul Food Festival to Be Held on August 18th
The 2018 annual New Britain Soul Food Festival will be held on Saturday, August 18th. The Festival, sponsored by the New Britain Black Democratic Club, is a much-awaited annual event, featuring traditional southern cuisine. On the menu for the 2018 Festival will be fried chicken, barbecued ribs, macaroni and cheese, collard greens, string beans, corn […]
Diaspora Announces Multicultural Festival to Be September 15th
The Diaspora Multicultural Society has announced that it will be hosting its 2018 Multicultural Festival on September 15th. The Diaspora Society says that, “The festival will allow attendees to celebrate, participate in, and experience the rich diversity of our community’s populace.” There will be food, live performances, vendors and other attractions at the event. The Festival will […]
More Scenes from the 2018 Puerto Rican Festival
Filled with music, food and cultural celebration, the 2018 Puerto Rican Festival was an event enjoyed by many. Hundreds of people gathered on High Street in celebration of Puerto Rican culture and New Britain’s close cultural bond with Puerto Rico. Music filled the air and cultural celebration was everywhere. Vendors and local restaurants served delicious […]
North Oak NRZ Willow Street Park Celebration – Rescheduled to August 19th
The North-Oak Neighborhood Revitalization Zone (NRZ) is presenting a Willow Street Park Celebration on Saturday, August 19, 2018. The NRZ says that the festival has free food, games, entertainment and music. Music will be provided by DJ Chino. The event will be at the Willow Street Park at 43 Willow Street. “Splash!” says the promotion for […]
2018 St. Joachim Parish Festival to be Aug 10th, 11th and 12th
The Saint Joachim Catholic Parish will hold its 2018 Annual Festival on August 10th, 11th and 12th. The large traditional community festival will be held on the grounds of St. Mary Church is located at 544 Main Street New Britain’s Saint Joachim Parish is a combination of the churches of Saint Mary and Saint Ann, which […]
City Meetings and Community Events, Week of July 23rd to July 29th
City meetings and community events coming up during the week from Monday, July 23, 2018 to July 29th include: Mon, Jul 23 Mattabassett District Board Meeting 7:00pm to 8:00pm 245 Main Street, Cromwell Walnut Hill Park Summer Concert 7:00pm to 9:00pm Walnut Hill Park Tue, Jul 24 CANCELLED – Board of Finance and Taxation 6:00pm […]
Orientation for First Year NBHS Students Aug 21st
The Consolidated School District of New Britain has announced that an orientation will be held for first year students at New Britain High School in the 2018-2019 school year. The orientation program will be held on August 21, 2018 at NBHS. The program will run from 10:00am to 11:30am. At the orientation program, the school […]
Puerto Rican Festival to Be Celebrated Saturday, July 21st
New Britain’s Puerto Rican Festival will be celebrated on Saturday, July 21st, all afternoon and into the evening. Puerto Rican Society of New Britain President Magaly de Jesus said, that the community, “this Saturday, July 21, 2018 will celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the great Puerto Rican Festival of New Britain.” The theme of the 2018 […]
North Oak NRZ Monthly Meeting Jul 26th
The North Oak NRZ has will hold its regular monthly meeting on July 26th. The meeting will be held in the lower level of St. Ann Church. The St. Ann Church is at 47 Clark Street. “Do you want to know more about us,” says the NRZ in its meeting announcement, “and be a part of the solutions […]
City Meetings and Community Events, Week of July 16th to July 22nd
City meetings and community events coming up during the week from Monday, July 16, 2018 to July 22nd include: Mon, Jul 16 Commission on Persons with Disabilities 5:00pm to 6:30pm City Hall, 27 West Main Street, Room 305 CANCELLED – Historic Preservation Commission 6:30pm to 7:30pm City Hall, 27 West Main Street, Room 202 Walnut […]
2018 Osgood Shootout Basketball Tournament to Be Aug 18th and 19th
The 2018 Osgood Shootout Basketball Tournament will be held on August 18th and 19th, the Tournament’s Director, Coach Darwin Shaw, has announced. Related Article: Osgood Shootout 2018 Game Times, Brackets and Scholarship Recipients The 2018 Tournament marks the 26th anniversary of the venerable New Britain event. “Thank you to Our Lord,” said Shaw, “Back by […]
City Meetings and Community Events, Week of July 9th to July 15th
City meetings and community events coming up during the week from Monday, July 2 2018 to July 8th include: Mon, July 9th Commission on Persons with Disabilities 5:00pm to 6:00pm City Hall, 27 West Main Street, Room 202 Common Council Public Hearing – Sale of Property 6:45pm to 7:00pm City Hall, 27 West Main Street, […]