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Hole in the Wall to Present “Darths & Droids”
Tabletop role playing games form the setting of the Hole in the Wall Theater’s latest streaming production, “Darths & Droids.”
People’s Coalition Plans Juneteenth Community Cookout
The People’s Coalition of Central Connecticut are planning a Juneteenth Community Cookout to “promote unity in our communities.”
Debate Planned for Democratic Mayoral Candidates – CANCELLED
With a spirited campaign underway for the Democratic nomination for Mayor of New Britain, the New Britain Progressive will host a debate.
Happening in New Britain June 21th to 27th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, June 21, 2021 to Sunday, June 27th include…
New Britain Forum with guest Ronald P. Davis
Guest Ronald P. Davis joins host John McNamara on the first edition of the New Britain Forum by the New Britain Progressive.
Les Is More by Leslie Jacobs: 10 Easy Ways to Start Decluttering
If living though the pandemic didn’t upend your life, and you’d like to get organized, here are 10 easy ways to start your decluttering.
NBYT to Hold Summer Shakespeare SLAM
The No Boundaries Youth Theater (NBYT) will perform scenes from well-known Shakespeare plays at its free presentation, “Shakespeare Slam.”
Lopes Touts New Britain Funding in State Budget
Sen. Rick Lopes (D-6) touted the newly approved state budget as increasing funding for schools, the city and programs without raising taxes.
Happening in New Britain June 14th to 20th
New Britain meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, June 14, 2021 to Sunday, June 20th include NBHS Graduation.
NBMAA to Hold Juneteenth Celebration
The New Britain Museum of American Art’s celebration of Juneteenth is returning with music, food and local shopping.
2021 Walnut Hill Rose Garden Festival Planned
New Britain Parks and Recreation is planning to hold the annual Rose Garden Festival in Walnut Hill Park this month.
Virtuosi Orchestra Presents “Music for the Spring”
The Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra is hosting a “Music for the Spring” concert at New Britain’s Trinity-On-Main performance venue.
Council to Consider Sewer Rate Increase
The City Council is set to consider an increase in the city’s sewer rate, “for properties serviced by New Britain-owned sanitary sewer lines.”
Celebrating Caribbean-American Heritage Month
The New Britain community is, once again, joining the New Britain Social Club in celebration of National Caribbean-American Heritage Month.
North Oak NRZ to Hold June Meeting
The North-Oak Neighborhood Revitalization Zone (NRZ), the North-Oak neighborhood community organization, has announced its June, 2021 meeting.
Happening in New Britain June 7th to 13th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, May 31, 2021 to Sunday, June 6th include…
2023 New Britain 4th of July Fireworks, “Great American Boom,” Planned
New Britain’s widely attended July 4th “Great American Boom” fireworks display, celebrating Independence Day, is planned for the 2023 celebration. The 2023 Great American Boom fireworks event has been scheduled for Tuesday, July 4, 2023. The event is to feature food trucks, DJ entertainment and, of course, fireworks. The administration of Mayor Erin Stewart says […]
Republicans Vote Down Increased School Funding
The City Council’s Republican majority voted down Council Democrats’ proposal to increase the city funding for New Britain’s schools.
Pride Flag To Be Raised to Honor LGBTQ+ Pride Month
New Britain Pride is encouraging residents to attend the upcoming Pride Flag Raising Ceremony beginning “Pride in the City” month.
Atty. Carrier Exits Democratic Contest for Probate Judge; Will Accept Republican Nomination
By John McNamara New Britain Attorney Michael Carrier has dropped out of the Democratic contest to replace longtime Judge of Probate Walter A. Clebowicz in a special election to be held on November 2nd, the same day that voters will go to the polls to elect Mayor, City Councillors and other candidates to municipal offices. […]