Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, June 3rd to 9th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, June 9, 2024 include,
City Report on Federal COVID Recovery Funding Does Not Show How Much Unspent
A report from the city on its use of federal COVID relief funds so far appears to leave out an important item requested by the City Council — what the balances are of the money provided to the city. The report from the city, provided to Council Majority Leader, Ald. John McNamara (D-4), does not […]
New Britain 2024 Paving Program to Begin in June
The New Britain Public Works Department is to carry out its 2024 road paving program, starting on June 17th. The Department says that the program, “is expected to last approximately six to seven weeks.” “For the majority of streets the rehabilitation work involves milling off the top 2” of existing pavement and then installing 2” […]
2024 Little Poland Festival Coming Up
Editor’s Note (6/9/2024): Festival organizers have announced that the, “Little Poland Festival is rain or shine. Come on down! The rain will pass. Official opening is at 12:30.” The 2024 New Britain Little Poland Festival is planned for Sunday, June 9, celebrating the 11th time the widely popular cultural event has been held. “What began […]
Police Athletic League Hosting ‘Midnight Basketball’
Editor’s Note (5/30/2024): PAL has announced that the opening day, May 31st has been changed to Osgood Park. The New Britain Police Athletic League (PAL) is once again organizing its “Midnight Basketball” youth program on Friday and Saturday nights in the Summer of 2024. The events are to run from May 31, 2024 to August […]
“The Dance of the Northern Lights” – CCSU Planetarium Presenting Show on the Aurora
The CCSU Copernican Planetarium and Observatory is presenting a show on the Northern Lights. “Have you even seen the aurora, dancing lights in the northern sky?” asks the Planetarium. “Why is this atmospheric phenomenon so mysterious? Join us for a spectacular visual celebration of the night sky at our next free public planetarium show.” The […]
New Britain Public Library Makerspace Hosting “Craft with Pride” Activity
The New Britain Public Library is hosting a, “Craft with Pride,” activity in its Makerspace. The event is June 8, 2024 at 1:00pm. The Library says, Create beautiful works of art at the library centered around celebrating LGBTQ+ pride month, in collaboration with New Britain Pride! Come make a quick headband or button, or stay […]
New Britain Museum of American Art Announces 2024 “Art Happy Hour” Events
The New Britain Museum of American Art is announced its 2024 “Art Happy Hour” program. “Enjoy live music on Thursday nights all summer long,” the Museum says, “with a front-row seat to the best view of Walnut Hill Park. Cocktails, snacks, sandwiches, and salads are available for purchase in our Museum Café.” The events are from 5:30pm […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, May 27th to June 2nd
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, June 2, 2024 include,
New Britain 2024 Memorial Day Parade Planned
New Britain will honor its veterans this upcoming 2024 Memorial Day with the traditional parade, which is planned for Thursday, May 30th. The parade is to begin at 6:00pm. The parade appears to be set for the traditional New Britain parade route, which marches the 2.2 miles. The traditional parade route goes: Viewing of the parade […]