17 March, 2025

New Britain Racial Justice Coalition - Upcoming

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CT People’s Survival Program Launches Community Violence Intervention Series in New Britain

The CT People’s Survival Program has announced a three-part Community Violence Intervention Series, noting that it is, “focused on equipping community members with practical skills to interrupt and transform violence.” The CT People’s Survival Program is a 501(c)(3) affiliate of the New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC). The organization says that, In collaboration with the […]

The Arts

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Music Series at South Church Concert to Feature Organist Noah Klein

The Music Series at South Church is hosting a concert featuring organist Noah Klein. The Music Series at South Church says that, Renowned for his exceptional talent, organist Noah Klein will captivate you with a dynamic program that showcases the power and beauty of South Church’s Gress-Miles organ. Recently featured as an emerging young musician […]

Latest News and Opinion

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Legislation Call For Clear Language On Charter Referendums

GAE Committee Favors ‘Precise’ Wording On Ballot Questions The Legislature’s Government Administration and Elections Committee (GAE) has acted favorably on a bill that will “establish certain minimum requirements for presenting charter or home rule ordinance amendment ballot questions to voters.'” House Bill 7125, introduced by State Representative Gary Turco (D-27) and supported by New Britain’s […]
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Taste of Ramadan 2025 to be Hosted by Islamic Association of Central Connecticut; City Council Offers “Ramadan Mubarak” Greetings

The Islamic Association of Central Connecticut is hosting “Taste of Ramadan 2025”, inviting people to, “Join us for a community Iftar celebration.” “Food from around the world!!!” event organizers say. The event is March 15, 2025 at 6:30pm at New Britain High School. A City Council resolution introduced at the March 12th Council meeting by […]

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Can we change ?

Hello New Britain Progressive readers.  My name is Carlos Ayala and this is going to be the first article of a series of articles and podcasts called;  Can we change?  So the first topic is:  Can we change the bias and stigma associated with mental health in our community?  Stigma and mental health bias can […]

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Community Thanksgiving Dinner Planned for Those in Need

A Community Thanksgiving Dinner for those in need is being planned by the Black Ministerial Alliance of New Britain, the city Police and Fire departments and staff and students at EC Goodwin Technical High School. The event has become an annual tradition for Thanksgiving. Organizers invite people to share in, “Sit down meals served by […]

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Insight of New England Counseling Hosting Native American Heritage Month Activity Day

A Native American Heritage Month Activity Day is planned by Insight of New England Counseling, Candyce Scott, MA. LPC of Insight has announced. Light refreshments are to be served and, Scott adds, the event is to include the making of dream catchers and edible teepees. The event is to be Friday, November 22, 2024 at […]

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New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Third Political Education Session on Gentrification to Discuss Navigating Gentrification

The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is planning the third installment of its Political Education Series on Gentrification. The discussion is to be about Navigating Gentrification. The event is to be on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:00am. The Coalition says, Join us for our upcoming Political Education Series on Gentrification!Together, let’s dive deep into […]

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CCSU “Empty Bowls” Event at Smalley School to Benefit Friendship Center

The Central Connecticut State University Ceramics and Management and Organization has announced that its students, “will present Empty Bowls 2024. A basic meal of hearty soup in the handmade bowl of your choice will be served with a side of bread at Smalley Elementary School.” “‘Empty Bowl’” is an international project to fight hunger, personalized […]

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New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Plans Community Meeting

The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is planning its November Community Meeting. “The Election is Over… What’s Next?” says the Coalition. “Let’s reflect, strategize, and plan our next steps for building a more just and equitable future.” The event is planned for Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 6:30pm on Zoom. On online registration page is […]

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Allen St. Drainage Improvements and Reconstruction Phase 2 Project Update

To: Property Owners and Residents in the Allen St. Basin and in the Hampton-Eton Sub-Basin. The Allen, Brighton, Stewart, Hampton, Eton, Newbury, Roxbury Neighborhoods. Mark Moriarty, Mark Czerepuszko, Jason Outlaw and Cardinal Engineers hosted an informational meeting Thursday 11-14-24. We were pleased with the presentation. The planning is moving along. The bid ready documents should […]

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