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By John McNamara Saturday, March 7th was one of those days when New Britain lived…
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By Candyce Scott Something special is brewing! 💛 Join us on November 4th, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, as we celebrate the opening of Candy Scott -Gorgy & Luis Malave Jr. Write To Rise Book Cafe with a ribbon-cutting ceremony! Thank you honorable Mayor Bobby Sanchez for your continued commitment to keep empowering educational […]
By South Church Mad Agnes is coming to South Church to perform on Sunday, November 8 at 1:00 p.m. Who is Mad Agnes? It is a genre-bending trio of seasoned and talented musicians—Margo Hennebach, Adrienne Jones, and Mark Saunders—whose intricate harmonies, compelling songwriting and passionate delivery have established their fan base on two continents. In […]
By the NAACP New Britain Branch, The New Britain Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) hereby issues its official notice to all members and the public regarding the upcoming 2027 biennial election of branch officers and executive committee members. In accordance with the Constitution and By-Laws for Units of […]
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The New Britain Public Library is hosting a music program by the New Haven Chinese…
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Urban Farming: Ordinance Will Allow Reuse of Industrial and Retail Space for Indoor Growing By…
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By Joseph Wasserman We need to thank Representatives Hayes, Larson and DeLauro for their decision…
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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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The New Britain Public Library is hosting a music program by the New Haven Chinese Cultural Cooperative. The event is Saturday, November 14th from 2:00 – 3:00 in the Periodicals Room The Library says that, The New Haven Chinese Cultural Cooperative (NHCCC) is a community-based traditional Chinese music ensemble established in 2023. Since their debut, […]
By Joseph Wasserman We need to thank Representatives Hayes, Larson and DeLauro for their decision to cosponsor H. Res. 317. This resolution is designed to bring us back from the brink of nuclear war. President Trump’s threats to annihilate Iran, the discussion of the use of tactical nuclear weapons, the termination of all nuclear weapons […]
Council Considers Tax Break For New Downtown Building
The City Council is considering a proposal by its Republican leader to provide a 26-year tax break for development on a downtown site.
Happening in New Britain Sep 12th to 18th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, September 12, 2022 to Sunday, September 18th, include…
Black Ministerial Alliance and Street Ministries Host Unity in the Park Event
The Black Ministerial Alliance of New Britain and Street Ministries are holding a Unity in the Park event.
Green Party Governor Candidate: Ballot Access Should Be Expanded
By Michelle Louise Bicking Equitable ballot access has long been a thorn in Connecticut’s side for decades. Despite the facade of deep blue progressive politicking and people-centered campaigns, Connecticut has the third most stringent ballot access laws anywhere in the country. “Stringent” is defined here as the least amount of time to petition for ballot […]
Federal COVID Aid to City Boosts High Profile Capital Projects
Possible Uses of Federal COVID Relief to New Britain Include Vaccinations, Aid to Workers and Support for Small Business and Non-Profits.
Happening in New Britain Sep 5th to 11th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, September 5, 2022 to Sunday, September 11th, include…
NAACP Members to Greet Kids On First Day of School
The NAACP New Britain Branch #2006 is organizing adults to greet and encourage kids on the first day of school, August 31, 2022.
New Britain Museum of American Art’s September First Friday to Feature “The Cartells”
The New Britain Museum of American Art will host the band, “The Cartells,” at its popular First Friday event.
Happening in New Britain Aug 29th to Sep 4th
New Britain city meetings and community events the week of Monday, August 29, 2022 to Sunday, September 4th, include the start of school.
School District to Hold Annual Back to School Bash
The Consolidated School District of New Britain has planned its annual Back to School Bash for the upcoming 2022-23 school year.
New Britain Symphony to Hold “Symphony Sampler” Concert in Walnut Hill Park
The New Britain Symphony Orchestra has announced that it is presenting a free concert, featuring five musical ensembles at Walnut Hill Park.
Does New Britain need a chief operating officer and a full time mayor?
Misleading Referendum Proposes High Level Patronage Job To Manage Municipal Government by John McNamara NEW BRITAIN – Creating a new chief operating officer to manage the municipality and making town clerk and tax collector jobs appointed instead of elected offices are big and very different questions for a referendum vote in November.Voters, however, won’t have […]
Happening in New Britain Aug 22nd to 28th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, August 22, 2022 to Sunday, August 28th, include…
“Barbecue” to Be Performed at Hole in the Wall Theater
The Hole in the Wall Theater is to perform Robert O’Hara’s “Barbecue”, during the end of August and beginning of September.
Summer Music Series at Walnut Hill Park to Feature “Nightshift”
The 2022 Summer Music Series is planned to feature “Nightshift” at an upcoming concert at New Britain’s historic Walnut Hill Park.
Racial Justice Coalition & North Oak NRZ Planning “Back to School Giveaway Fest”
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition and the North-Oak NRZ are planning a “Back to school giveaway fest” for the start of the 2022-2023 school year.
Racial Justice Coalition & North Oak NRZ Planning “Back to School Giveaway Fest”
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition and the North-Oak NRZ are planning a “Back to school giveaway fest” for the start of the 2022-2023 school year.
Happening in New Britain Aug 15th to 21st
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, August 15, 2022 to Sunday, August 21st, include… [MEC id=”28491″] Editor’s note: If you would like to submit an event for inclusion in the New Britain Progressive weekly events articles, or would like to update something already listed, here, feel free […]