Community
Friends of the New Britain Public Library Hosting Fall Book Sale
Friends of the New Britain Public Library says they, “have been busy all summer preparing for the upcoming Fall Book Sale.” The annual Fall Book Sale is to be October 16, 2025 to October 18th, the organization says, adding, “admission is free except for the first hour and a half on Thursday.” Friends of the […]
Spottwood AME Zion Church to Host Lunch and Learn on Health Care for Adults 65 and Older
By Dr Peggy LampkinMinistry of Health Dept. at Spottwood AME Zion Church The Spottwood AME Zion Church is hosting a Brunch/Lunch on October 4, 2025 from 11-1pm at 25 Crestwood Lane New Britain, CT. It’s a free brunch/lunch and it is to educate the church members and community at large about Oak St health care […]
Justice for Katherine Colon to Hold 2-Year Memorial Remembrance and Demonstration
Justice for Katherine Colon is planning a memorial gathering and demonstration, “will honor Katherine’s memory and renew the community’s call for justice.” The organization says that, “family, friends, and supporters will gather at 301 West Main Street—the site where Katherine Colon was fatally struck by Officer Connor Reinsch two years ago.” “Despite the city and […]
Ald Scott Hosting Back to School Celebration and Essay Contest Results Announcement
A Back-to-School Celebration event, with the announcement of the results of an essay contest announced in August is planned. The event is to be held on September 22, 2025, from 3:30pm to 5:30pm at Oak Street Health at 179 Columbus Boulevard. “To spark a lifelong love of learning, I have crafted an engaging educational experience […]
Public Library Hosting Workshop for Families Affected by Addiction
The New Britain Public Library has announced that it is hosting a free 8-week “Invitation to Change” workshop that it says is, “a groundbreaking, evidence-based approach to addiction recovery,” for, “families, friends, and professionals supporting those struggling with substance use.” Karen Bernetti, the facilitator of the workshop, the Library says, is, “a certified Family Recovery […]
Connecticut Department of Transportation Holding Statewide Active Transportation Plan Open House
The Connecticut Department of Transportation has announced that it is holding an open house event on the new Statewide Active Transportation Plan (ATP) that it is in the process of developing. “The ATP will help CTDOT fulfill their mission of Improving lives through transportation,” the Department says on its website, adding, The ATP will serve […]
Pathways-Senderos Hosting 26th Annual Walk-a-Thon
The Greater New Britain Teen Pregnancy Prevention, Inc., the Pathways/Senderos Center, is inviting people to participate in its upcoming 26th Annual Pathways Walk-a-Thon. The event is September 28, 2025 in Walnut Hill Park. The Center invites people to, Join us for the 26th Annual Pathways Walk-a-Thon, a community event dedicated to supporting the Pathways/Senderos afterschool […]
Hungerford Nature Center Planning “Pumpkin Palooza”
With autumn coming, the Hungerford Nature Center is planning its “Pumpkin Palooza” event for this October. The Nature Center says, Celebrate the magic of fall at Pumpkin Palooza! Stroll along our trails glowing with hundreds of hand-carved pumpkins, sip warm cider, and enjoy fresh donuts while soaking in the festive atmosphere. Kids can join in […]
Ald Scott Announces Ward 3 Community Meeting
Ald Candyce Scott (D-3) has announced that she is planning a community meeting, “to Discuss Safety and Concerns in Ward 3.” The meeting is to be September 21st from 4:00pm to 6:00pm at 115 West Main Street. “For more info or to RSVP contact Alderwoman Candyce Scott at (860) 325-3119,” the event announcement says. “Light […]
2025 New Britain Dożynki Festival Coming Up This Sunday
The 2025 New Britain Dożynki Festival, the traditional Polish harvest festival, will be this Sunday, returning to New Britain’s vibrant Broad Street “Little Poland” neighborhood. The 2025 Festival is to be on Sunday, September 7th, starting at at 11:30am. “We will have 8 food vendors serving traditional Polish food such as kielbasa and pierogi, I […]