17 March, 2026
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Gorgy by Candy’s runway celebration honors Black History Month

On February 28, 2026, the New Britain Library hosted a fashion show celebrated Black History Month, bringing together local designers, performers, organizations, and vendors for a morning centered on culture and community. Guests first explored booths from small Black-owned businesses, selling things from African-style clothing to handmade jewelry. The market-like atmosphere highlighted local businesses while […]

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Candyce Scott’s Gorgy By Candy Democratic Fashion Show

On October 11th, 2025, Candyce Scott hosted her Gorgy By Candy Fashion Show event at 114 West Main St in the New Britain office building. Candyce Scott, a fashion designer, author, therapist, and Democratic Party candidate, brought together creativity and diversity to create a powerful democratic fashion show.  This event was the first-ever fashion show […]

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The Start of a New School Year – Students Have Mixed Feelings

As the summer days wind down and back-to-school shopping begins, familiar signs of a new school year appear. Store shelves are stocked with school supplies, shopping carts start to fill, and a growing sense of anticipation starts to creep in. Across the town of New Britain, students are preparing to return to the school halls […]