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Urban Farming: Ordinance Will Allow Reuse of Industrial and Retail Space for Indoor Growing By John McNamara – nbpoliticus.com Except for backyard gardening and a few greenhouses, raising crops for food and horticulture on a large scale is not an option in densely populated New Britain. But a proposed change to the city’s zoning ordinances […]
Mayor Bobby Sanchez along with the City of New Britain Commission on Persons with Disabilities are inviting residents to attend the upcoming 2nd Annual All Abilities Job & Resource Fair. “Everyone deserves the opportunity to work, contribute, and build a fulfilling career,” said Mayor Sanchez. ““”Our city is stronger when we recognize the talents and […]
2024 Little Poland Festival Coming Up
Editor’s Note (6/9/2024): Festival organizers have announced that the, “Little Poland Festival is rain or shine. Come on down! The rain will pass. Official opening is at 12:30.” The 2024 New Britain Little Poland Festival is planned for Sunday, June 9, celebrating the 11th time the widely popular cultural event has been held. “What began […]
Police Athletic League Hosting ‘Midnight Basketball’
Editor’s Note (5/30/2024): PAL has announced that the opening day, May 31st has been changed to Osgood Park. The New Britain Police Athletic League (PAL) is once again organizing its “Midnight Basketball” youth program on Friday and Saturday nights in the Summer of 2024. The events are to run from May 31, 2024 to August […]
“The Dance of the Northern Lights” – CCSU Planetarium Presenting Show on the Aurora
The CCSU Copernican Planetarium and Observatory is presenting a show on the Northern Lights. “Have you even seen the aurora, dancing lights in the northern sky?” asks the Planetarium. “Why is this atmospheric phenomenon so mysterious? Join us for a spectacular visual celebration of the night sky at our next free public planetarium show.” The […]
New Britain Public Library Makerspace Hosting “Craft with Pride” Activity
The New Britain Public Library is hosting a, “Craft with Pride,” activity in its Makerspace. The event is June 8, 2024 at 1:00pm. The Library says, Create beautiful works of art at the library centered around celebrating LGBTQ+ pride month, in collaboration with New Britain Pride! Come make a quick headband or button, or stay […]
New Britain Museum of American Art Announces 2024 “Art Happy Hour” Events
The New Britain Museum of American Art is announced its 2024 “Art Happy Hour” program. “Enjoy live music on Thursday nights all summer long,” the Museum says, “with a front-row seat to the best view of Walnut Hill Park. Cocktails, snacks, sandwiches, and salads are available for purchase in our Museum Café.” The events are from 5:30pm […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, May 27th to June 2nd
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, June 2, 2024 include,
New Britain 2024 Memorial Day Parade Planned
New Britain will honor its veterans this upcoming 2024 Memorial Day with the traditional parade, which is planned for Thursday, May 30th. The parade is to begin at 6:00pm. The parade appears to be set for the traditional New Britain parade route, which marches the 2.2 miles. The traditional parade route goes: Viewing of the parade […]
DeFronzo, Endorsed With Democratic Slate, Emphasizes Grassroots Campaigning, Ayalon to Primary
Newly endorsed Democratic candidate for the 26th Assembly District, Dave DeFronzo, said that he is emphasizing a grassroots approach to campaigning in his run to succeed retiring State Rep. Peter Tercyak (D-26). “I have knocked on over two thousand doors so far,” DeFronzo said, “and the people of this district have said loud and clear […]
DeFronzo Endorsed By Democrats In 26th District For State Representative
Former City Council member, Ald. Dave DeFronzo (D-AL) has been endorsed by Democrats for State Representative in the 26th Assembly District, receiving more votes from the Democratic Town Committee than former Council and Board of Education member, Ald. Aram Ayalon (D-3). The vote in the Democratic Town Committee was 7 votes for DeFronzo and 4 […]
Some Democratic Council Members Vote With Republicans to Defeat Democrats’ Own Proposal to Eliminate Stewart-Proposed Tax Increase
After the Democratic majority on the New Britain City Council had approved an amendment to the city budget that would have rejected a tax increase proposed by Mayor Erin Stewart (R), the budget plan was defeated when a number of Democratic Council members voted with Republicans to vote down the budget plan. At least Democratic […]
Health Collective Hosting Ru Paul’s Drag Race Watch Party at New Britain Public Library
The Health Collective is hosting a Ru Paul’s Drag Race Watch Party at the New Britain Public Library for New Britain Teens. The event is May 23, 2024 from 4:30pm to 7:00pm. The Hartford-based Health Collective says that, As a health center and champion of LGBTQIA+ equity, the Health Collective promotes healthy living, provides high-quality […]
Music Series at South Church Concert to Feature PUBLIQuartet
The Music Series at South Church is hosting an June concert featuring PUBLIQuartet. The Music Series at South Church says that, Grammy-nominated PUBLIQuartet’s modern interpretation of chamber music makes them one of the most dynamic artists of their generation. PQ’s genre-bending programs range from 20th-century masterworks to newly commissioned pieces, alongside re-imaginations of classical works […]
Public Library Hosting Concert, “Stories of Fortitude: Women Composers of the Baroque”
The New Britain Public Library is inviting people for a musical event, “Stories of Fortitude: Women Composers of the Baroque”. The event, the Library says is, Featuring vocalists Agnes Coakley Cox and Alicia DePaolo accompanied by musicians Hideki Yamaya on theorbo and baroque guitar and Juan A. Mesa on keyed lyre and organ The concert […]
New Britain Council Set to Vote on City Budget
The New Britain City Council is set to vote on Wednesday on a city budget for the upcoming year, in a special meeting, “dedicated to deliberating and voting on various budgetary proposals vital for the city’s operations and development,” a statement from the Council said. The Council’s Democratic majority said that, “This special meeting underscores […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, May 20th to 26th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, May 26, 2024 include,
$4M Transfer Time Line Assigned To The Allen St. Project #2 Oak St. to Beacon St. – for City Council Meeting 5-22-24
To: All Past and Present City Officials and All Present Department DirectorsAll Long Suffering Flood Victims; Property Owners and Residents This updated record is being shared regarding the status of our neighborhood’s storm-sewer system and Federal-State-City responses. Our concerns need to be given the highest priority. Our quality of life is suffering and our property […]
Ald. Candyce Scott Organizing Neighborhood “Fun Cleaning Day”
City Council member, Ald. Candyce Scott (D-3) is organizing a “Fun Cleaning Day” on Allen Street. Ald. Scott says, “We will walk down Lawlor, Allen and, Oak Street. Fun, laughter, and light refreshments will be provided!” The event is May 26, 2024 from 3:00pm to 5:00pm, with a rain date of June 2nd.
Ayalon Announces Education Platform in State Legislative Campaign
Former City Council member Aram Ayalon (D-3) has announced an series of priorities for education, as part of his campaign for state representative. Ayalon is running for state legislature in the 26th Assembly District. Another former Council member, Dave DeFronzo (D-AL), has also announced that he is seeking the seat. Ayalon, who is a retired CCSU education […]
New Britain Public Library Banned Book Club Hosting Movie Day
The New Britain Public Library says that its Banned Book Club will be hosting a Movie Day. The event is May 23, 2024 from 6:00pm to 7:00pm. The Library says, We’ll be taking a break from our planned book discussion to watch “The ABC’s of Book Banning”, a short film about the effects of book […]
Council Member Wins Parking to Help Local Business
Third Ward City Council member, Ald. Candyce Scott (D-3) says she is celebrating a win that will help a small business in her district. “The owner of Express Pizza told me that his customers were being ticketed for parking outside the restaurant on Allen Street,” Ald. Scott said. So she pressed for a change for […]