Community
Gil Gigliotti to Host Literacy Volunteers’ “Love of Literacy” Event
Gil Gigliotti, host of “Frank, Gil, & Friends” on CCSU’s WFCS 107.7, will host the Literacy Volunteers of Central CT “Love of Literacy” event. Gigliotti, a CCSU Professor of English and Latin, will host the event that organizers say, “will feature musical entertainment by the Valley Chordsmen, a four-course dinner, a cash bar, a plant […]
Queen Ann Nzinga’s Center Hosting ‘Kwanzaa in May’
The Queen Ann Nzinga’s Center is hosting a “Kwanzaa in May’ year end celebration event. The Center says that the event, “Featuring games, face painting, a DJ, a cookout with hot dogs and hamburgers and more,” is, “Open to all – participants, family members and the community.” The event is Saturday, May 4, 2024, from […]
CCSU Planetarium Presenting Show on “Island Universes” – Galaxies
The CCSU Copernican Planetarium and Observatory is presenting a show on galaxies, or as they were once called, “island universes.” “What objects are full of stars, stellar corpses, gas, dust, and dark matter?” asks the Planetarium. “Galaxies! Join us in celebrating the amazing properties of galaxies at our next free public shows.” The events are […]
CCSU “Empty Bowls 2024” to be at Smalley School
CCSU says that its, “Ceramics and Management and Organization students present Empty Bowls 2024.” ““Empty Bowls” is an international project to fight hunger, personalized by artists and art organizations on a community level,” CCSU says. “Proceeds from this event will benefit the Friendship Service Center in New Britain.” At the event, organizers say, “A basic […]
CCSU Hosting Community Engagement Internship Event and Clothing Drive
CCSU is hosting a Community Engagement Internship Event and Clothing Drive event, inviting its students to, “Learn about community engagement internships during a clothing drive to benefit New Britain’s Friendship Service Center.” “While all clothing donations are welcome,” CCSU says, “clothing specifically for men is requested. Refreshments will be provided.” The event is to be […]
Happy Passover From the New Britain Progressive
Chag Pesach Sameach from the New Britain Progressive and best wishes for a joyous Passover to Jewish families in New Britain and everywhere.
HRA of New Britain Celebrating 60th Anniversary
The Human Resources Agency of New Britain has announced that, in celebration of its 60th anniversary, it is, “embarking on a year-long campaign to celebrate the achievements and local impact made since its founding in 1964.” Dr. Marlo Greponne, Executive Director of HRA says that, “This milestone is a reflection of our collective resolve to […]
CCSU Planetarium Presenting Show in Honor of Earth Day
The CCSU Copernican Planetarium and Observatory is presenting a show on “Planet Earth: It’s Alive!” in honor of Earth day “Earth Day is celebrated every April,” says the Planetarium, “to call attention to our home planet. Join us in paying tribute to our special place in the solar system at our next free planetarium show.” […]
CCSU Hosting 17th annual Global Environmental Sustainability Symposium
Central Connecticut State University is to host the 17th annual Global Environmental Sustainability Symposium. Event organizers say that, The Global Environmental Sustainability Action Coalition (GESAC), Central Connecticut State University Geography Department, and Central Public History Program will present the 17th annual Global Environmental Sustainability Symposium on Thursday, April 25, in Alumni Hall. The symposium is […]
New Britain Public Library to Host Open Mic Night
The New Britain Public Library is hosting an “Open Mic Night,” saying that, Have a song to sing, a poem to share, or stand up routine to try out? Come make some noise at the library at our Open Mic Night! Pre-registration for performers is required, please register on our website, over the phone at […]