June 12, 2025
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 Saturday, July 26th. 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 […]
Legislature Allocates Funding for Little League and HSC Adaptive Sports Camp
The New Britain Little League and the Hospital for Special Care’s (HSC) Adaptive Sports Camp are receiving additional state funding under the newly approved state budget, announced Rep Bobby Sanchez (D-25), Rep Dave DeFronzo (D-26) and Rep Manny Sanchez (D-24). Funding of $20,000 is to be provided in the 2026 and 2027 budget years to […]