Community
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 […]
Rep Dave DeFronzo Announces 2026 Polish Day Celebration at the State Capitol to Be April 30th
State Rep Dave DeFronzo (D-26) has announced that the 2026 Polish Day Celebration at the State Capitol is planned for Thursday, April 30th in the North Lobby and South Grounds of the State Capitol. The event, Rep DeFronzo’s office says, “will feature music from Polish singing groups and the recognition of honorees who have made […]
New Britain Public Library Hosting Black History Month Fashion Show by Candyce Scott
The New Britain Public Library is hosting a Black History Month Fashion Show, presented by Candyce Scott, the creative force behind Gorgy by Candy. The event is Saturday, February 7th, 2026 in Periodical Room from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. The Library invites people to “Visit the booths of”: CT Lead ProgramGorgy By CandyLaunch ClothingJackie’s JewelryGateway 2 […]
City to Honor the Birthday of Rev Dr Martin Luther King, Jr.
Mayor Bobby Sanchez, the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, the Mary McLeod Bethune Club, and the Black Ministers Alliance are cordially inviting the public to join them in honoring the birthday of Reverend Dr Martin Luther King Jr. The citywide event, scheduled for Monday, January 19, 2026, will focus on the theme “Unity through […]
NBMAA Access for All Community Day for Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Day
The New Britain Museum of American Art (NBMAA) is inviting the public to honor the legacy of the Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr through a vibrant day of art, music, and community reflection. In partnership with the CT Center for Nonviolence (CTCN), the museum will host its Access for All Community Day, centered around […]
Art Schaller and Hometown Foundation Bring New K-9 Gus to New Britain Police
The New Britain Police Department is expanding its K-9 unit with the addition of K-9 Gus. The Hometown Foundation, Inc says that it, is excited to share that thanks to a generous donation by Art Schaller of Schaller Auto World, the New Britain Police Department will be adding “K-9 Gus” to their K-9-unit team. K-9 […]
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Holding January Community Meeting
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC) will host its January Community Meeting on Thursday, January 29, at 6:30pm. The event will be held virtually via Zoom. NBRJC says, We’ll be discussing the upcoming legislative session. Guest speakers will share what their organizations are working on. Registration for the meeting is at linktr.ee/nbrjc.
New Britain Public Library Hosting Author’s Tea Featuring Ald Candyce Scott – “Gorgy Goes to School”
The New Britain Public Library is hosting an “Author’s Tea,” event featuring Ald Candyce Scott (D-3), sharing her book, “Gorgy Goes to School”. The event is to be on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:30pm in the Library’s Children’s Room. “After the reading,” the Library says, “we will enjoy tea and cookies!” The Library adds […]
Jimmy Golon to Present “New Britain: Then and Now” at New Britain Public Library
The New Britain Public Library says that, “New Britain resident, Jimmy Golon, will present pictures and slides of New Britain throughout the years.” The event is Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:00pm in the Library Community Room. “Jimmy has been researching New Britain history since 1991,” the Library says, “with a major interest in the […]