New Britain CT
NBMAA Hosting “Craft Sippin’ in New Britain”
The New Britain Museum of American Art says that it, “will once again assemble some of the best breweries in CT for our ever-popular “Craft Sippin’ in New Britain.” Enjoy tasting Connecticut’s finest craft beers, a walking taco bar, and the MLB game on the big screen!” The event is to be Friday, April 19, […]
New Britain Honors Memory Of Rev. King 56 years after assassination
Remembering April 4, 1968 It’s not the national holiday of his birth but 56 years later honoring the memory of MLK occurs almost everywhere in April at parks, in schools and at community events on the day he died fighting for the dignity of sanitation workers in Memphis. And for many of us of a […]
DeFronzo Touts Council Record in Race for State Representative
Former City Council member Dave DeFronzo says that his experience on the Council, working on emergency response, park protection, neighborhood concerns and opposition to corporate tax breaks as makes him well suited to succeed current State Rep. Peter Tercyak (D-26) in the legislature. Rep. Tercyak, who recently announced his retirement, after serving the district for 21 […]
Council Member Candyce Scott Visits With Residents At Old High School
City Council member Candyce Scott (D-3) says that she enjoyed meeting with constituents at the senior apartments at the old New Britain High School on Bassett Street. Revered community leader, Mr. Alton Brooks, a resident of the apartments, joined the meeting in which Scott met with residents. Scott says that she wanted, at the “Meet […]
Ayalon Announces Candidacy for State Representative
Former City Council member, Dr. Aram Ayalon (D-3), announced his candidacy for State Representative in the 26th Assembly District in a campaign statement. An open seat election in the district will occur this year after current State Rep. Peter Tercyak (D-26), announced his retirement after serving the district for 21 years. Another former Council member, […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, Apr 8th to 14th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, April 14, 2024 include,
25th Annual “Senior Prom” Planned
The 25th Annual Senior Prom is to be held, again, at New Britain High School on April 18, 2024. The annual “Senior Prom” is a popular annual event in New Britain for senior citizens, in which seniors are treated to food, music and dancing. The New Britain Senior says that the 2024 edition of the […]
25th Annual Senior Prom Planned
The 25th Annual Senior Prom is to be held, again, at New Britain High School on April 18, 2024. The annual “Senior Prom” is a popular annual event in New Britain for senior citizens, in which seniors are treated to food, music and dancing. The New Britain Senior Center says that the 2024 edition of […]
New Britain Police Department Holds Citizen’s Police Academy
By Jessica Angelo-Julien, MBA, JP New Britain Police Department has held the citizens academy for years and, in this year fourteen, excited residents embarked on a six-week crash course on the ins and outs of being a police officer. This program is meant to encourage community engagement with officers. Since this class was held so […]
New Fed Grant Helps Friendship Center Enhance Shelter On Arch Street
A $1 million federal grant to New Britain’s Friendship Center (FSC) on Arch Street will support expansion of the facility, including the installation of private restrooms and other capital and maintenance improvements. U.S. Rep. Jahana Hayes (D-5) and FSC Executive Director Caitlin Rose announced the new funding on April 3rd which stems from approval of […]
