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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, […]
SURE Program Hosting Fashion Show
The nonprofit SURE Program is hosting a fashion show on June 10, 2023. The event is, “being done as a community event, to empower our youth, and also to fundraise for the SURE Program,” says Candyce Scott, director of the Program.
New Britain Museum of American Art Offering Free Coffee With Paid Admission for June 10th Connecticut Open House Day
“Visit the Museum on June 10 to enjoy free coffee (hot or iced) with paid admission,” the New Britain Museum of American Art says, adding, “children under 18 are free.”
Police Athletic League Hosting ‘Midnight Basketball’
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 2023.
Happenings in New Britain May 29th to June 4th
From May 29, 2023 to Sunday, June 4th community events and meetings in New Britain include… [MEC id=”32561″] 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 […]
New Britain Public Library Hosting “Digitization Day”
“Do you have old photos you’d like to digitally preserve?” the New Britain Public Library asks, or, “VHS tapes you’d like to convert to DVD? Old film negatives you’d love to save and share?
100 Man March with Community Service and Health Event to be Led by Black Ministerial Alliance with ALM’s Ministries International
The Black Ministerial Alliance of New Britain, with ALM’s Ministries International, are leading a 100 Man March with a Community Service and Health Event in August.
New Britain Public Library Hosting Cheese Tasting for National Cheese Day
“Sample cheeses from Connecticut Dairy farms for National Cheese day!” the New Britain Public Library asks. “Registration is not required, come in while supplies last!”
Commission Schedules Hearings Over Double Digit Rent Hikes
Staff Reports NEW BRITAIN – A reorganized Fair Rent Commission voted Tuesday May 23rd, to hold hearings on rent increase complaints at a West Main Street apartment complex. Seven tenants are seeking relief over rent hikes from 22% to 43% that would take effect in June. In the case of the largest increase among the […]
Pride Month Flag Raising To Be Held In New Britain On June 5th
New Britain Pride has invited the community to, “Join us as the City of New Britain raises the Pride Flag!” The event is to be June 5, 2023 at 9:30pm in Central Park.
CCSU Planetarium Presenting Free Planetarium Show On The Aurora
“Have you ever seen the dancing lights in the northern sky?” the CCSU Copernican Planetarium and Observatory asks. “Why is this atmospheric phenomenon so mysterious? Come join us for a spectacular visual celebration of the night sky at our next free public planetarium show.”
Police Athletic League Hosting 3rd Annual 5K to Benefit Special Olympics
The New Britain Police Athletic League is hosting its 3rd Annual AW Stanley Park 5k to benefit Special Olympics Connecticut.
2023 Little Poland Festival Coming Up – To Be June 4th
The popular New Britain cultural and community event is to be held on June 4, 2023, from 9:00am to 7:00pm on Broad Street.
Black Ministerial Alliance to Host Juneteenth Fathers Day Gospel Concert
The New Britain Black Ministerial Alliance is presenting a Juneteenth Fathers Day Gospel Concert on Juneteenth weekend.
Pride of CT Lodge & Anna Warmsley Temple To Host Black Out Affair
“Join us as we celebrate our freedom,” say event organizers about the event, held on Juneteenth weekend.
May 22nd to 28th in New Britain
In New Britain, Connecticut, from May 22, 2023 to Sunday, May 28th community events and meetings include… [MEC id=”32454″] 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 […]
Family Forward Advocacy CT Hosting Parent Resiliency Workshop
amily Forward Advocacy CT, Inc. (FFACT) has announced that it, is hosting a Parent Resiliency Workshop in New Britain on May 25, 2023.
NBHS African American Club To Host Talent Show
The NBHS African American Club is hosting a Talent Show, to be held on June 2, 2023 at 7:00pm at NBHS.
Music Series at South Church Concert to Feature Harold López-Nussa
The Music Series at South Church is hosting a concert featuring Harold López-Nussa, saying, “There is sure to be dancing in the aisles and in the streets of New Britain when Harold and his band arrive!”
New Britain Little League To Hold All-Star Day
New Britain Little League has announced that it is holding All-Star Day activities on May 27, 2023.
Boys & Girls Club of New Britain To Hold Annual Benefit Golf Tournament
The Boys & Girls Club of New Britain has announced that its annual golf tournament is to be held on July 21, 2023 at Stanley Golf Course.