June 2020
CT Peace Fest Holding Protest in Tribute to Dowdell
A peaceful protest has been announced by the group, CT Peace Fest, in tribute to musical artist Zoe “Gangstalicious” Dowdell.
Happening in New Britain Jun 29th to Jul 5th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Mon, June 29, 2020 to Sun, July 5th include celebration of Independence Day!
2020 Walnut Hill Park Summer Music Series to Begin
For many New Britain residents, enjoying evenings of live music played at the Darius Miller Bandshell is one of the joys of summer.
City Opening Pools But Not Splash Pads
City pools are set to open this weekend, but the city will not open the splash pads in the public parks during the summer of 2020.
City Council Declares Racism A Public Health Crisis
New Britain has joined four other cities and towns in declaring that racism is a public health crisis, with a resolution approved by the City Council.
Council Continues to Consider Police Review Board
The New Britain City Council’s Ad-Hoc Committee will hold a second meeting tonight to consider the establishment of a community review board for the police.
2020 New Britain 4th of July Fireworks, “Great American Boom,” Announced
New Britain’s 2020 July 4th “Great American Boom” fireworks, celebrating Independence Day, are moving forward as a drive-in event, and in a different park.
Happening in New Britain Jun 22nd to 28th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, June 22, 2020 to Sunday, Jun 28th include opening of city pools.
Juneteenth Event Focuses on Activism for Change
The afternoon summer heat did not deter the commitment of marchers and protesters who celebrated Juneteenth and called for an end to systemic racism.
New Britain Public Pools and Splash Pads Open for the 2024 Summer Season
Editor’s note (7/8/2024): Parks and Recreation has announced that the Willow Brook Park pool is temporarily closed for maintenance, announcing the hope that it will reopen, apparently Tuesday, July 9th or Wednesday, July 10th. In general, Parks and Recreation posts updates on its Facebook page. The hot summer months of 2024 are here and New […]