Community
NAACP to Encourage Students on First School Day
The NAACP New Britain Branch is again organizing its annual event to encourage students as they arrive for the first day of the school year.
Diaspora Empowerment Series To Discuss Urban Education
The Diaspora Multicultural Society will focus its next First Fridays Empowerment Series event on the subject of Urban Education.
Moving Mountains After-School Program Announced by OIC
The Opportunities Industrialization Center of New Britain has announced its 2019-2020 Moving Mountains After-School Program.
Celtic Magic at HITW
The Hole in the Wall Theater will host a presentation of “Celtic Magic: An Evening of Irish Grand Illusion” in a one-weekend show. The Theater says that the show, by Illusionists Daniel GreenWolf & Bella, “combines Magic, theatrical storytelling, quick-witted comedy, and a few death-defying feats with the beauty of Irish culture to create a unique […]
“Ice Cream With A Cop” Event Planned
The New Britain Police Department has announced that it will hold an “Ice Cream With A Cop” event in the North-Oak neighborhood.
Meetings and Events Aug 26th to Sep 1st
City meetings and community events coming up during the week of Mon, Aug 26th to Sun, Sep 1st includes “Celtic Magic” at the Hole in the Wall Theater.
Crowds Attend Porcher Flag Football Tournament
Crowds of residents gathered on a warm and cloudy Sunday for a back-to-school flag football tournament organized by mayor candidate Chris Porcher.
Armenian Festival to Be Held
Armenian music, food and culture will be celebrated in New Britain as the Armenian Church of the Holy Resurrection holds its traditional Armenian Festival.
Which Park? The Answer
On August 11, 2019, the New Britain Progressive asked readers to guess in which of New Britain’s city parks photos were taken. New Britain has a variety of parks, with different features, from sports facilities to idyllic woods. The photos in the August 11th article taken were of woodland views, and that narrowed the results […]
Free Breakfast and Lunch for Kids at City Schools
The New Britain school district has announced that school breakfast and lunches are to be provided to students in the city’s schools at no charge.