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By Carlos Ayala Hollow I lost his handHe disappeared into the crowd It’s not what I was trying to do to surviveIt’s what I was doing to die How long must we suffer The pain The lies How can we hideFrom these evil eyes The light shines But, I remain in the shadows Power All […]
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By John McNamara NEW BRITAIN – Campaign promises threatening “mass deportation”, use of the military…
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The Central Connecticut State University Ceramics and Management and Organization has announced that its students,…
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Finding A Common Thread of Racial and Social Justice in 1988 and 2024 By John…
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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 […]
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 […]
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, November 24, 2024 include
Tue, Nov 19
10:00 am
City Hall
City Hall Safety Committee
27 West Main Street
Tue, Nov 19
10:30 am
City Hall
City Local Prevention Council
27 West Main Street
Tue, Nov 19
1:00 pm
Tue, Nov 19
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Smalley Elementary School
CCSU to Host “Empty Bowls – Fall 2024” at Smalley School
175 West Street
Tue, Nov 19
6:00 pm
City Hall
City Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities
27 West Main Street
Tue, Nov 19
6:00 pm
City Hall
City Zoning Board of Appeals
27 West Main Street
Tue, Nov 19
6:00 pm
City Hall
City Animal Welfare Commission
27 West Main Street
Tue, Nov 19
6:00 pm
City Hall
City Building Commission
27 West Main Street
Tue, Nov 19
6:00 pm
New Britain Public Library
“Anime in the Teen Room” at New Britain Public Library
20 High Street
Tue, Nov 19
6:30 pm
Police Headquarters
City Board of Police Commissioners
10 Chestnut Street
Tue, Nov 19
6:30 pm
Online
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Osgood Shootout 2018 Game Times, Brackets and Scholarship Recipients
Coach Darwin Shaw, the Director of the Osgood Shootout Basketball Tournament, has announced the game times and playoff brackets for the 2018 Tournament, as well as scholarship recipients. The 26th anniversary of the venerable New Britain scholarship benefit will be held on August 18th and 19th. The first games will begin at 9:30am on Saturday, the 18th. […]
Willow Street Park Celebration Postponed to Aug 19th
The North-Oak Neighborhood Revitalization Zone (NRZ) Willow Street Park Celebration, planned for Saturday, August 18, 2018, has been postponed to August 19th. On its Facebook page, the North Oak NRZ said, on August 13th, “Please accept our apologies. The event, Splash Party for August 18, 2018 was cancelled. A new day will be announced soon.” […]
Polish Language School for Adults Enrolling Fall Classes
The Polish American Foundation of Connecticut has announced upcoming classes in its Polish Language School for Adults to be held in the autumn of 2018. The class First Year Polish, part 1, will begin September 10th. The class meets for six weeks, on Mondays, from 6:00pm to 7:15pm, and on Wednesdays, from 7:15pm to 8:30pm. […]
City Meetings and Community Events, Week of Aug 13th to Aug 19th
City meetings and community events coming up during the week from Monday, August 13, 2018 to Sunday, August 19th include: Mon, Aug 13 Board of Education Regular Meeting 6:00pm to 7:00pm Board Of Education Building, 272 Main Street Walnut Hill Park Summer Concert 7:00pm to 9:00pm Walnut Hill Park […]
Hundreds Attend St. Joachim Parish Festival
The rain could not keep people away from celebration of St. Joachim Parish’s annual Festival, as hundreds of people enjoyed food, music and community celebration. The Festival in Honor of Our Lady of the Assumption was moved from its planned location on grounds St. Mary Church into the parish hall because of the weather. People […]
NBHS Band Camp to Begin August 20th and 21st
The Consolidated School District of New Britain has announced that New Britain High School Golden Hurricanes Marching Band annual band camp will begin on August 20, 2018 for new band participants and August 21st for all band members. “If your child is interested in joining band,” says the school district, “or is coming back for another […]
Eight Plays Created in Two Days Performed at HITW Aug 11th
The Hole in the Wall will present eight plays written overnight one day and rehearsed and performed the very next day. In the unique challenge for both writers and actors, the Theater will host the two day event over August 10th and 11th, 2018. “August 10, we’ll have nothing but a bunch of heavily caffeinated […]
Candidates and Polling Places for August 14, 2018 Primaries
On Tuesday, August 14th, Democratic and Republican voters will go to polls to choose their parties’ nominees for numerous offices up for election in 2018. Democrats will be able to choose between businessman Ned Lamont and Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim to be the Democratic nominee for Governor. Democrats will be able to choose separately in […]
Polish Heritage Night at the Bees Aug 11th
The Polonia Business Association and Little Poland are encouraging people in the community to enjoy Polish Night with the New Britain Bees. The New Britain Bees are dedicating their August 11, 2018 home game to celebrating Polish culture. The Polonia Business Association and Little Poland, in their invitation to the event, say, We hope you had fun […]
Michael Foran Appointed Assistant Superintendent
Longtime New Britain educator Michael Foran has been named as Assistant Superintendent. Foran was appointed by the Board of Education at a special meeting on July 31st. Superintendent Nancy Sarra had recommended that the Board approve Foran’s appointment to the position. Sarra said that Foran, “is a true instructional leader. He has a calming presence and […]