Community
Mayor Bobby Sanchez and the Commission on Human Rights & Opportunities to Celebrate Black Leaders
Mayor Bobby Sanchez and the City Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities are holding a Black History Month Exhibition and Reception, “honoring and celebrating prominent Black residents whose leadership and service have made a lasting impact on our community.” “Black History Month is a time not only to reflect on history, but to recognize the […]
Mayor Sanchez Announces Small Business Microgrant Program
Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D), together with the City Department of Planning and Development have announced the City’s 2026 New Britain Microgrant Program. “Small businesses are the backbone of New Britain’s economy,” Mayor Sanchez said. “They create jobs, activate our commercial corridors, and help define the character of our neighborhoods.” City Director of Operations and Communications, […]
Hungerford Nature Center Hosting Pancake Breakfast
The Hungerford Nature Center is hosting a Pancake Breakfast. The event is on March 7, 2026. The Center says, Join us for a delicious morning of pancakes, maple syrup, and family fun! Each seating includes breakfast plus a special maple program with a pond walk or fireside option. Seating Times: 8:00 AM | 9:30 AM […]
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition to Host Community Budget Vision Session – Postponed
Editor’s note (1/17/2026): The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition has announced that, “Our Community Budget Vision Session scheduled for Saturday February 21st has been POSTPONED! Please be on the lookout for more information on when it will be rescheduled.” The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is inviting the community for a Community Budget Vision Session. […]
Alderman Hargraves Brought People Together
Remembering A Life of Public Service, Helping Others Alderman Jerrell Hargraves, who died unexpectedly this week, brought a quiet, unassuming demeanor to his work as the city’s human rights officer and on the Common Council representing Ward 2. When Jerrell spoke in that baritone voice on any issue before the Council he had something substantive […]
Job Information and Career Resources Sessions Continue at New Britain Public Library
The New Britain Public Library has announced that it is partnering with the American Job Center, “to continue our one-on-one Job Information and Career Resources sessions that will take place on the second and fourth Monday of each month.” “Do you want to improve your current job prospects, find a new job, or change careers?” […]
New Britain Public Library Hosting Frederick Douglass Speeches – “Becoming Frederick Douglass” on Kanopy
The New Britain Public Library is hosting an event – Frederick Douglass speeches – Becoming Frederick Douglass – on Kanopy. The event is Friday, February 13, 2026 from 3:00pm to 4:00pm. The Library says, BECOMING FREDERICK DOUGLASS explores the inspiring story of how a man born into slavery transformed himself into one of the most […]
Congresswoman Jahana Hayes Announces Federal “Casework on your Corner” in New Britain
Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (D-5), New Britain’s member of the US House of Representatives, has announced the addition of New Britain as a featured location for her “Casework on your Corner” outreach initiative. The program is scheduled to take place on Thursday, January 29, 2026. Members of the Congresswoman’s staff will be available to meet with […]
League of Women Voters Holding 2026 Annual Legislative Brunch
The League of Women Voters of the New Britain Area has announced it will host its 2026 Legislative Brunch on Saturday, January 31, 2026. According to the League, the event is scheduled for 10:00am in the Community Room of the New Britain Public Library, located at 20 High Street. The organization has invited state legislators […]
City Issues Snow Parking Ban Beginning Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 8:00pm; Ending 6:00pm 1/26/2026
Editor’s note (1/26/2026): The City of New Britain has announced that the parking ban is ending at 6:00pm today, January 26, 2026. The City says, The City of New Britain has announced: A parking ban has been ordered by Mayor Bobby Sanchez of New Britain in anticipation of the snow which has been forecasted. The […]