New Britain Public Library Hosting Black History Month Fashion Show by Candyce Scott
The New Britain Public Library is hosting a Black History Month Fashion Show, presented by Candyce Scott, the creative force behind Gorgy by Candy. The event is Saturday, February 7th, 2026 in Periodical Room from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. The Library invites people to “Visit the booths of”: CT Lead ProgramGorgy By CandyLaunch ClothingJackie’s JewelryGateway 2 […]
City to Honor the Birthday of Rev Dr Martin Luther King, Jr.
Mayor Bobby Sanchez, the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, the Mary McLeod Bethune Club, and the Black Ministers Alliance are cordially inviting the public to join them in honoring the birthday of Reverend Dr Martin Luther King Jr. The citywide event, scheduled for Monday, January 19, 2026, will focus on the theme “Unity through […]
City Issues Snow Parking Ban on January 18, 2026 – Ends Jan 19th at 12:00pm
Editor’s Note (1/19/2026): The city has announced that the parking ban ends January 19, 2026 at 12:00pm, saying, PARKING BAN UPDATEThe parking ban ends at 12pm today, January 19, 2026—be sure to move your vehicle by 6pm if it is parked in a free parking lot Stanley Golf Course, Osgood Park, City parking lot at […]
NBMAA Access for All Community Day for Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Day
The New Britain Museum of American Art (NBMAA) is inviting the public to honor the legacy of the Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr through a vibrant day of art, music, and community reflection. In partnership with the CT Center for Nonviolence (CTCN), the museum will host its Access for All Community Day, centered around […]
Art Schaller and Hometown Foundation Bring New K-9 Gus to New Britain Police
The New Britain Police Department is expanding its K-9 unit with the addition of K-9 Gus. The Hometown Foundation, Inc says that it, is excited to share that thanks to a generous donation by Art Schaller of Schaller Auto World, the New Britain Police Department will be adding “K-9 Gus” to their K-9-unit team. K-9 […]
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Holding January Community Meeting
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC) will host its January Community Meeting on Thursday, January 29, at 6:30pm. The event will be held virtually via Zoom. NBRJC says, We’ll be discussing the upcoming legislative session. Guest speakers will share what their organizations are working on. Registration for the meeting is at linktr.ee/nbrjc.
New Britain Public Library Hosting Author’s Tea Featuring Ald Candyce Scott – “Gorgy Goes to School”
The New Britain Public Library is hosting an “Author’s Tea,” event featuring Ald Candyce Scott (D-3), sharing her book, “Gorgy Goes to School”. The event is to be on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:30pm in the Library’s Children’s Room. “After the reading,” the Library says, “we will enjoy tea and cookies!” The Library adds […]
Veronica T DeLandro Named Interim Town Clerk of New Britain
Community leader and public administration expert Veronica T DeLandro has been appointed as New Britain’s Interim Town and City Clerk. DeLandro thanked Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D), “for this appointment and for the opportunity to serve the residents of New Britain.” DeLandro’s appointment follows the retirement of Mark Bernacki, who stepped down on November 12, 2025, […]
Jimmy Golon to Present “New Britain: Then and Now” at New Britain Public Library
The New Britain Public Library says that, “New Britain resident, Jimmy Golon, will present pictures and slides of New Britain throughout the years.” The event is Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:00pm in the Library Community Room. “Jimmy has been researching New Britain history since 1991,” the Library says, “with a major interest in the […]