Thanks to Everyone Celebrating Black History Month in New Britain Throughout February
The New Britain Progressive offers its warmest thanks to everyone in the New Britain community who have been celebrating Black History Month in New Britain. The celebration is important, not just for remembering the central roles African-Americans have played in so much of the history, learning and culture of the United States, but also as […]
New Britain Symphony Orchestra to Perform at New Britain Museum of American Art Sunday Music Series
The New Britain Symphony Orchestra is to perform at the New Britain Museum of American Art’s Sunday Music Series, presenting Corbin Beisner. The concert is to be March 10, 2024 at 3:00pm at the Museum. The Museum and Orchestra say that, “Members Sit First” at select music programs, including this one! Members, please have your […]
New Britain Museum of American Art Studio@4 to Celebrate Women’s History Month
“During the month of March,” the Britain Museum of American Art says, “young artists will learn about the lives and artistic processes of women whose artworks are currently on view at the Museum..” “SStudio@4 exposes kids ages 9-12 to various art-making processes and techniques,” the Museum says. “Join us on Thursdays from 4-5:30 p.m. each […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, Feb 26th to Mar 3rd
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, March 3, 2024 include,
Sen. Lopes, Rep. Turco and Ald. McAdam Holding Coffee Hour Q&A
Senator Rick Lopes (D-6), Rep. Gary Turco (D-27) and City Council member, Ald. Lori McAdam (D-2) have announced that they are holding a coffee hour Q&A this on Saturday, February 24, 2024. Sen. Lopes announced, I am holding a coffee hour Q&A this weekend on Saturday, February 24. Please join Representative Gary Turco, City Councilor […]
New Britain Council To Consider Reducing Restrictions Hitting the Homeless
The New Britain City Council’s Democratic majority members are proposing changes to city ordinances that have onerous impact on the homeless in the city. Homelessness, together with the high cost of housing, have been growing concerns, with rent and housing costs becoming unaffordable for many people. Ward 2 Council member, Ald. Lori McAdam (D-2), has […]
Easter Egg Hunt to be Hosted by New Britain Parks and Recreation
Snow may still be on the ground, but Easter is around the corner. New Britain Parks and Recreation is planning its annual Easter Egg Hunt, saying, Each participant will receive an Easter egg collection bag. The egg hunt will have separate age divisions: under 3 years old (1 parent or guardian allowed on field per […]
City to Hold Arch Street Improvement Project Open House and Workshop
The city has announced that there will be an “Arch Street Improvement Project Open House and Workshop”. The event is to be February 29, 2024 at 4:00pm in the Police Station Community Room. The city Public Works Department says that, Our design team will be on hand to discuss ideas for the project and answer […]
“An Evening of Motown” with Theresa Wright at New Britain Museum of American Art’s March First Friday
“An Evening of Motown” with Theresa Wright is to be presented by the New Britain Museum of American Art at its popular First Friday event. “Enjoy the smooth sounds of Motown and Disco with singer/songwriter Theresa Wright,” the Museum says. It’s March 2024 First Friday event is March 1st, starting at 5:30pm. The Museum says […]
Like, It’s Totally 80’s Virtual Bingo at the New Britain Public Library
“Like, totally mark your squares for a rad bingo,” the New Britain Public Library says, “As if!” The Library adds, There will be 3 rounds of bingo! Trivia link will be posted to our social media accounts the day of the event! The activity is Wednesday, February 28th starting at 7:00pm. The Library adds, “Register online, […]