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The CT People’s Survival Program has announced a three-part Community Violence Intervention Series, noting that it is, “focused on equipping community members with practical skills to interrupt and transform violence.” The CT People’s Survival Program is a 501(c)(3) affiliate of the New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC). The organization says that, In collaboration with the […]
NAACP
NAACP State Council President Scot X. Esdaile led a crowd of 150 in celebrating the…
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is planning its February Community Meeting. The Coalition says,…
Flooding Series
Presentation #32 to our New Britain City Officials. To: Allen St. Neighborhood Flooding Victims, Concerned…
History
Finding A Common Thread of Racial and Social Justice in 1988 and 2024 By John…
Opinion
Whether or not you work at a job that is possible to do remotely, acts…
Community News
The CCSU Center for Africana Studies is hosting “The Cookout: A Celebration of African Diasporic…
News
Prominent local attorney and community leader, Adrian Baron, reported on social media today that federal…
News Analysis
Republican City Council Assistant Leader, Ald Sharon Beloin-Saavedra (R-1) has reportedly announced that she is…
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Friendship Center’s Cold Weather Triage Program Is Open To Help Unhoused NEW BRITAIN – A…
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Whether or not you work at a job that is possible to do remotely, acts increasingly being perpetrated by the greedy who own for a living to roll back the ability of workers who can work remotely to do so show in crystal clear terms that rich people think they own the rest of humanity. […]
The CCSU Center for Africana Studies is hosting “The Cookout: A Celebration of African Diasporic Resilience and Culture,” at its Annual Conference. The 31st Annual Conference, in its 31st year, is the Center’s signature event. Planned for March 6, 2025, from 10:00am to 6:00pm, organizers say, The conference will offer a variety of educational, recreational, […]
That Fashion Show, “Black New Britain”, held at the New Britain Public Library for Black History month was an experience of empowerment and community, according to participants. The event was a part of the Library’s, “A Celebration of Black America: Past, Present & Future” featuring a film screening, author talk and fashion show on February […]
MLK Honored With Call to Support Education
Dr. Nicole Sanders, delivered a call to support education at the ceremonies held in honor of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
“Spark the Park” Clean-Up Held in Willow Street Park
The North-Oak NRZ teamed up with EbLens for a “Spark the Park” springtime neighborhood clean up at the Willow Street Park.
Final Performance of HITW “Film Noir” Macbeth
The final performance in the Hole in the Wall Theater‘s presentation of a “film noir” interpretation of William Shakespeare’s Macbeth is Saturday evening. The Theater has said that, Keeping most of the original dialogue, we set the stage in the gritty, black-and-white, world of film noir as we follow Macbeth, prophesied by three witches to […]
Stewart to Submit Budget to Council April 10th
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart is to officially submit her city budget for upcoming year at a special meeting of the City Council to be held on April 10th.
TRIAD to Hold ‘Senior Prom’
New Britain TRIAD’s popular ‘Senior Prom’ event for local seniors is coming up, with the 2019 Prom themed, “Under the Sea.”
Jazz, Gospel and R&B at NBMAA’s First Friday
Guests can enjoy jazz, gospel and R&B music at the New Britain Museum of American Art as the Museum celebrates its April First Friday event.
Jazz, Gospel and R&B at NBMAA’s First Friday
Guests can enjoy jazz, gospel and R&B music at the New Britain Museum of American Art as the Museum celebrates its April First Friday event.
Council Seeks Departments’ Input on Solar Energy
The City Council has asked city departments and other officials for their input on options for converting the city to solar energy.
Meetings and Events Apr 1st to 7th
Meetings and events during the week of Mon, Apr 1, 2019 to Sun, Apr 7th include commemorating the life and work of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
NHS Plans 40th Anniversary Celebration
Neighborhood Housing Services of New Britain has announced that it is hosting a celebration event for the housing organization’s fortieth anniversary.
Final Weekend for “Moon Over Buffalo”
The Connecticut Theater Company is in the final weekend in its production of “Moon Over Buffalo,” a comedy about a actor-couple trying to return to stardom.
Memorial to be Held for Martin Luther King
The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his work for Civil Rights and justice is to be honored in New Britain’s annual memorial ceremonies.
State Bill Would Allow City to Make Voting Age 16
If a bill under consideration at the State Capitol is approved, the city would be authorized to lower the voting age in local elections to sixteen.
“Paint Night” at Hungerford Park
The New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park is holding “Paint Night” event, where guests participate in creating art.
“Der Kaiser von Atlantis” to Be Performed by Virtuosi Orchestra and Lyric Opera
The opera “Der Kaiser von Atlantis” is to be performed in New Britain by Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra and the Connecticut Lyric Opera.
Meetings and Events Mar 25th to Mar 31st
City meetings and community events coming up in New Britain during the week of Monday, March 25, 2019 to Sunday, March 31st.
“Bent But Not Broken” Presented by Ruby’s Realm
Ruby’s Realm Production is presenting “Bent But Not Broken,” a stage play about money turning out to not be the answer for a wealthy family.
Democrats Oppose $13M City Hall Budget Increase
City Council Democrats have proposed a resolution opposing a $13 million budget increase proposed by Republican Mayor Erin Stewart’s city Finance Board.
Chute Nominated Chief of Police
A resolution confirming the nomination of Acting Police Chief of Police Christopher Chute for the permanent position of Chief is before the City Council.
“Spark the Park” North-Oak Clean-Up
Continuing its active community organizing, the North-Oak NRZ is teaming up with EbLens for a “Spark the Park” springtime neighborhood clean up in April.