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First Church Hosting Summer Music Series
The First Church Of Christ is hosting its annual Summer Music Series, inviting people to, “Bring a picnic, chair, and hear First Church carillon; rain or shine.” The events are Tuesdays in July, featuring different musicians, from July 1, 2025 to July 29th. The events include concerts inside the Church at 6:30pm. Then, at 7:00pm, […]
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Holding June Community Meeting
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is planning its June Community Meeting. “We’ll be debriefing recent campaigns and planning next steps together. Your voice matters!” the Coalition says. “Come build community, share food, and get organized.” The meeting is Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 6:30pm at the NBRJC Office at 115 West Main Street. The […]
Black Ministerial Alliance and NBMAA Hosting Gospel Concert Juneteenth Celebration
The Black Ministerial Alliance of New Britain and New Britain Museum of American Art are hosting a Gospel Concert Juneteenth Celebration. The event is is Friday, June 20th, and is to be at Right Now Ministries at 295-303 Arch Street. Light food is to be served at 5:30pm, followed by the concert at 6:30pm.
League of Women Voters Holding Annual Meeting
The League of Women Voters of the New Britain Area is planning its 52nd Annual Meeting. The Meeting is to be Tuesday, June 17th at 6:00pm at New Britain Public Library Community Room. “Support voter rights, register voters locally and help inform voters about candidates,” the League says, adding, “Learn and Lobby: Find out more […]
Juneteenth Freedom Festival Planned by City Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities
The city Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities is planning its annual Juneteenth Freedom Festival. The event, on Thursday, June 19th, is to be at Central Park from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. The event is to feature the raising of the Juneteenth flag, information about Juneteenth history, a free community cookout, live music and information from […]
New Britain Public Library to Host ‘Summer Bash’
The New Britain Public Library is planning a ‘Summer Bash’ event, inviting families to, “Come down to the library and kick off Summer reading!” “Play games, make crafts, and level up YOUR reading with summer reading challenges for all ages!” the Library adds. “We’ll be doing fun activities from 10:00 – 3:00, including Sport stacking […]
Puerto Rican Society of New Britain Planning 2025 Festival Puertorriqueño
The Puerto Rican Society of New Britain is planning the 2025 Festival Puertorriqueño this July. “Save the date,” say event organizers, for the Festival, planned for Sunday, September 14th. New Britain’s Puerto Rican Festival has a long history as a vibrant celebration of Puerto Rican culture and New Britain’s close cultural bond with Puerto Rico. […]
NBMAA Hosting Juneteenth Access for All Community Day
The New Britain Museum of American Art is hosting a Juneteenth Access for All Community Day, inviting people to, “Join us for the NBMAA’s 24th Annual Juneteenth Celebration!” “This day-long event features artistic performances, music, in-gallery experiences, and of course artmaking,” the Museum says. “Shop from local Black-owned businesses, support independent artists, and grab a […]
Dare to Struggle Planning Public Forum on “How We Can Stop The Attacks On The Homeless”
The organization Dare to Struggle CT, has announced that it is planning a public forum on “How We Can Stop The Attacks On The Homeless”. “There will be presentations, speeches, discussions, and presentation of evidence including survey results. Plans and solutions will be presented,” the organization says, about the event on Saturday, June 21st at […]
End of Legislative Session Town Hall Planned by New Britain Delegation
Members of the New Britain state legislative delegation and a Council leader are planning an, “End of Session Town Hall to discuss and answer questions on legislation that passed this session.” The Connecticut state legislature recently adjourned its annual legislative session on June 4th. The event is to include Rep David DeFronzo (D-26), Rep Bobby […]