December 2020
Happening in New Britain Dec 21st to 27th
New Britain city meetings and events during the week of Monday, December 21, 2020 to Sunday, December 27th include Christmas.
Racial Justice Coalition to Hold Education Rally
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition has announced that it will hold a campaign rally launch to press for greater city education funding.
Opposing Racial Justice Advocates, Stewart Vetoes Columbus Statue Resolution
During a nor’easter, a week before Christmas, Republican Mayor Erin Stewart vetoed moving the Columbus statue from a prominent city park.
Hungerford Nature Center Holding Food Drive
Asking people to, “Share what you can,” in the holiday season, the Hungerford Nature Center is holding is holding a Holiday Food Drive.
NBHS Madrigal Feaste to Be Held Online
The New Britain High School Madrigal Feaste is to be held online, with the 43rd annual presentation of the event to be held this week.
After Blocking DeLandro Vote, Republicans Continue “Search”
After blocking a vote to appoint Democrat Veronica DeLandro to the Council, Republicans continue their “search”, looking to a January vote.
Happening in New Britain Dec 14th to 20th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, December 14, 2020 to Sunday, December 20th.
DeLandro Supporters Fired Up and Organizing
Supporters of Democrat Veronica T. DeLandro are organizing in the wake of a Republican decision to block her appointment to the City Council.
Happy Hanukkah from the New Britain Progressive
Happy Hanukkah and best wishes from the New Britain Progressive. May the celebration of the Festival of Lights bring with it joy and hope for the future.
Council Votes to Remove Columbus Statue
The New Britain City Council has approved a resolution to move a statue of Christopher Columbus from a prominent city park.