Community
Arch Area NRZ “Clean Up, Plant Up” Party Delayed to Jun 16th
The Arch Area Neighborhood Revitalization Zone (NRZ) has announced that its “Clean Up, Plant Up Party” has been delayed to June 16, 2018. The neighborhood clean-up event had been planned for May 19th, but, as the NRZ says, The weather just doesn’t seem to want to cooperate. We have been watching and listening and it […]
“Comedians” by Trevor Griffith Opens May 18th at Hole in the Wall Theater
The Hole in the Wall Theater will present the play “Comedians” by Trevor Griffith from May 18, 2018 to June 9th. The Theater introduces the play, saying, Manchester 1983, the Sex Pistols are the screaming voice of a generation going nowhere but to the United vs City derby and/or back on the dole. Six working-class heroes […]
City Meetings and Community Events, May 14th to May 20th
City meetings and community events coming up during the week from Monday, May 14, 2018 to May 20th include: Mon, May 14th New Britain Downtown District Annual Meeting 8:15am to 9:15am at NBPD Community Room, 10 Chestnut Street Human Resources Agency of New Britain Board of Directors Meeting 4:30pm to 5:30pm at 180 Clinton Street […]
“A Place at the Table” Fundraiser to Help Two New Britain Immigrant Families
There will be a “A Place at the Table” fundraiser on May 20, 2018 to aid two families, one who are facing deportation. The event is being held by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) People Power-New Britain and St. John’s Lutheran Church. Both of the families that the organizations are working to help are longtime residents […]
School District Announces Third Quarter Honor Roll
Diligent students have been working hard at their studies, and the Consolidated School District of New Britain is recognizing them for their success. The school district has announced the Honor Roll in the city’s schools for the third quarter of the academic year. “Congratulations to these students who were named to the Honor Roll for […]
Arch Area NRZ to Meet May 7th at Police Station Community Room
The Arch Area Neighborhood Revitalization Zone (NRZ) will hold its May monthly meeting on May 7, 2018. The NRZ says that, “This will be a working meeting to discuss plans for the May 19 ‘Clean-up/Plant-up’ day and the June 2 ‘Build A Better Block’ event.” The May 7th meeting will be from 5:45pm to 6:45pm in the […]
School District Names Maria Lopez Paraeducator of the Year
The Consolidated School District of New Britain has announced that it named Maria Lopez as its “Paraeducator of the Year,” noting her for her dedication to the students at the Gaffney Elementary School. “My dedication and love to Gaffney School and the Consolidated School District of New Britain is for the success of our students,” said […]
New Britain Legislators and Residents Celebrate Polish Day at the Capitol
New Britain legislators and residents joined many others at the State Capitol to celebrate the 227th Anniversary of the 1791 Polish Constitution, widely regarded, along with the United States Constitution, as an historic advance in world history toward democracy. Lt. Governor Nancy Wyman (D-CT), State Senator Theresa Bielinski Gerratana (D-6), State Rep. Peter Tercyak (D-26), […]
“The Hunchback of Notre Dame” Opens at the Connecticut Theater Company, May 4th
The Connecticut Theater Company will open its presentation of “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” on May 4, 2018. The play will have nine performances at the Theater, through May 20th. In the production, directed by Duane Campbell and Susan Smith, the Theater presents a musical version of Victor Hugo’s classic novel, including songs from the Disney animated feature version […]
OIC to Hold Annual Gala June 1st
The Opportunities Industrialization Center of New Britain (OIC) will hold its Annual Gala on June 1, 2018, celebrating with the theme, “Through trials and tribulations, let the good times roll.” The event supports the programs of the OIC. OIC of New Britain provides services to economically empower people in the community, such youth employment and job training. […]