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Tuesday, September 29, 2026 by John McNamara Make a Plan to Vote: Absentee ballots available…
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The New Britain City Council is to consider a resolution on a high profile issue…
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The Hungerford Nature Center & Museum is hosting a Pumpkin Carving Night. The event is…
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by John McNamara Sponsors and attendees at the New Britain Public Library’s (NBPL) 10th Annual Fundraiser on…
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By Friends of the New Britain Public Library The Annual Textbook Sale, sponsored by the Friends of the New Britain Public Library will be held from August 29 – September 19 this year, on the Main floor of the library on 20 High Street in New Britain. It will be open during library hours (visit […]
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The Hungerford Nature Center & Museum is hosting a Pumpkin Carving Night. The event is October 15th from 4pm – 8pm. Event organizers say, Help us get ready for Pumpkin Palooza by carving your very own pumpkin! Each pumpkin you carve will be placed along our trails for everyone to enjoy during the big event. […]
The New Britain Public Library, in partnership with Access Health CT, is set to host, ” Health to Treat – a Spooktacular Day of Health Resources & Community Care” on Halloween. The event promises free food alongside “free professional health screenings, services & more!”. Services available are to include blood pressure checks, cholesterol screenings, blood […]
The New Britain NAACP’s 2026 Freedom Fund Dinner is coming up this weekend. The NAACP says that the event is, “A powerful evening of unity, legacy, and forward movement.” “Join us for an inspiring evening featuring distinguished leaders, uplifting performances, and a renewed call to action as we continue the vital work of civil rights, […]
Jr Canes Hosting First Annual Golf Tournament
The New Britain Jr Canes is hosting its first annual Golf Tournament on June 30, 2023.
Rudewicz Evening of Polish Music to be Presented at CCSU
“The Polish American Foundation of Connecticut and the Polish Studies Program-the Rudewicz Evening of Polish Music along with the Department of Music at Central Connecticut State University present the 2023 Summer Concert Series,” CCSU says.
New Britain Public Library Holding Summer Reading Bash
New Britain Public Library holding a “Summer Reading Bash” on June 28, 2023, from 10:00am to 3:00pm.
Parks and Recreation Cancels 2023 New Britain Rose Garden Festival, Citing Inclement Weather
New Britain Parks and Recreation has announced that, “the 2023 Rose Garden Festival is canceled. We are super bummed, but the weather is not cooperating with us this year! We hope you can join us in 2024!”
City Council Approves Multiple Zoning Changes
Democrats’ Call For More Discussion On Citywide Changes Rejected Staff Reports NEW BRITAIN – Despite Democratic Ald. Aram Ayalon’s attempts to slow the process, the 12 – 3 Republican City Council approved sweeping zoning changes proposed by the administration of Mayor Erin Stewart (R) at the June 14th Common Council meeting. A raft of changes […]
KNOW GOOD Holding Monthly Market at Anvil Place
“KNOW GOOD Market,” says that it, “is very excited to bring the feast to New Britain for a new market series in 2023. From May to November we’ll be popping up once a month at Anvil Place at 51 W. Main Street in New Britain with the same KNOW GOOD vibe.”
New Life II Celebrating Anniversary of Downtown Center
New Life II, led by Pastor Dana Smith and Pastor Evelyn Smith is celebrating its first anniversary at its downtown Recovery Community Center at 117 West Main Street.
Byron Jones Will Sponsor The 31st Annual Osgood Shootout This Summer
NFL Pro Bowler, UCONN Standout To Give Back To His Native City Staff Reports New Britain’s Byron Jones, a National Football League ( NFL) Pro Bowl cornerback and University of Connecticut standout, will sponsor the Annual Osgood Shootout in its 31st year, Coach and Tournament Director Darwin “Bubby” Shaw announced. “Byron Jones, informed me earlier […]
June 19th to 25th — Events and Meeting in New Britain
In New Britain, Connecticut, from Monday June 19, 2023 to Sunday, June 25th, events include Juneteenth and… [MEC id=”32983″] New Britain Progressive, a publication of New Britain Independent Newspaper, Inc. is free to read and community supported. http://newbritainprogressive.com Please feel free to help the New Britain Progressive with a donation, and you are invited to […]
Hole in the Wall Theater Performing Eleanor Burgess’ “The Niceties”
Eleanor Burgess’ “The Niceties” is on stage at New Britain’s Hole in the Wall Theater, a play that the Theater says, “brings to mind the words ‘Power, Race, History, Privilege, Woke, Social Justice, Gender, and Perspective”. The Theater says that the play, “relevant to current events,” is a riveting two-person drama. At an elite East […]
City Public Works Holding Bike Rodeo Downtown
The City Public Works Department is hosting a Bike Rodeo on June 24, 2023 from 11:00am to 2:00pm in Central Park.
Sportswear Retailer With New Britain Roots Is Closing All Stores
EBLENS: “Born in the streets of New Britain in 1949……” By John McNamara Eblen’s Streetwear and Sneakers, the Torrington-based sportswear retailer, is closing all of its stores in the coming weeks including its Main Street location in downtown New Britain where it began 74 years ago. Through the years Eblen’s grew into a modest-sized, multi-state […]
Commission Holds First Hearing On Rent Hike Complaints
By John McNamara NEW BRITAIN – The first of seven scheduled hearings in June by the Fair Rent Commission was held Tuesday, June 13th over rent increase complaints involving a West Main Street apartment complex. Anibal Garcia and Reina Torres, 34-year residents of an apartment at 923 West Main Street, are seeking relief from a […]
New Britain/No Boundaries Youth Theater Presenting “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
New Britain/No Boundaries Youth Theater is presenting “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”.
State Rep. Gary Turco Hosts New Britain Office Hours
State Rep. Gary Turco, who represents the southeast corner of New Britain, is to hold office hours at the Alvarium Roasting Company on Saturday, June 17, 2023.
Diaspora Multicultural Society Hosting “Paint Night”
The Diaspora Multicultural Society, Inc. is hosting a “Paint Night” event.
New Britain Public Library Hosting Teen Summer Reading Kickoff Party
“Celebrate the start of summer with a pizza party!” the New Britain Public Library says.
“Passport to Freedom” Events to Celebrate Juneteenth
New Britain’s “Passport to Freedom” celebration of Juneteenth is to include four days of events from June 16, 2023 to Juneteenth, itself, June 19th. The “Passport to Freedom” is sponsored by by the Mary McLeod Bethune Club, New Britain NAACP, Gallery 66, City of New Britain Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, New Britain Museum […]
New Britain Museum of American Art Hosting Gallery Talk With Elizabeth Nkonoki-Ward
The New Britain Museum of American Art is hosting an upcoming Gallery Talk with Elizabeth Nkonoki-Ward. The event is a part of the Museum’s Black Matriarchs Series.
New Britain Events and Meetings, June 12th to 18th
From Monday, June 12, 2023 to Sunday, June 18th, New Britain community events and meetings include… [MEC id=”32838″] New Britain Progressive, a publication of New Britain Independent Newspaper, Inc. is free to read and community supported. http://newbritainprogressive.com Please feel free to help the New Britain Progressive with a donation, and you are invited to purchase […]