YWCA Announces Women in Leadership Honorees
YWCA New Britain will be hosting its 18th biennial Women in Leadership Luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., on Thursday, May 9, 2019 at the Aqua Turf Club in Plantsville. The event will recognize women in central Connecticut who demonstrate extraordinary leadership and outstanding achievements. More than 650 women
Spring Pop-Up Shop Coming to YWCA April 20-25
A Spring Pop-Up Shop will be coming to the YWCA New Britain lobby April 20 - 25. Join us for some hot coffee, refreshments, and apparel shopping to show your support for YWCA fitness, dance, and youth sports programming! Items available for sale will include t-shirts, tank-tops, and fun customizable
Dance Recital Tickets On Sale Now
It's recital time! The YWCA School of Dance is proud to present the "We're All In This Together" Dance Recital on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at New Britain High School, 110 Mill Street, New Britain, CT. The 34th annual recital will feature dancers from ages 3-18 as they showcase their
YWCA & CCSU to Take a Stand Against Racism
YWCA’s annual Stand Against Racism will be held April 30, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at CCSU ITBD at 185 Main Street. YWCA New Britain and Central Connecticut State University have partnered to offer an evening with dinner and a presentation to highlight issues and barriers important to
Anat Baron To Be Keynote Speaker at Women in Leadership Luncheon
YWCA New Britain is excited to announce Anat Baron as the keynote speaker for the Women in Leadership Luncheon on May 9 at the Aqua Turf Club in Plantsville, CT. Currently the CEO of Stashwall, Inc., an early-stage, game-changing technology startup, Anat has proven not only to be a successful
Women in Leadership Nominations Now Being Accepted
Do you know a woman who exemplifies excellence, who is an inspiration to others, or who is committed to creating positive change in our community? Nominate her to be honored at the YWCA’s Women in Leadership Luncheon on Thursday, May 9, 2019 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at the
YWCA Recognizes Inspirational Women in Social Media Campaign
For 52 weeks, beginning in January 2018, YWCA New Britain has been celebrating the inspirational women who have made an impact on our community. Those chosen for the 52 Weeks of Inspirational Women social media project inspired us through their leadership, hard work, philanthropy, and their determination to make a
52 Weeks of Inspirational Women
What is the best piece of advice you have ever received? “Take life one day at a time. If we remember that our time is limited, and that worry only replaces happiness, each day can start with renewed energy rife with possibilities.” – Amy Hare “To finish my BA! Without
House of Teens Presents at American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference in Orlando
Jonnay Cooper, Zanett Rosado, and Emma Valdes of YWCA New Britain’s House of Teens could never have guessed that joining this special group would lead them to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) National Conference in Orlando, Florida. As part of the House of Teens program, the girls participate in
Winter Wonderland Gets Everyone in the Holiday Spirit
On December 8th, holiday crowds flocked to meet Santa, shop for gifts, and get in the holiday spirit, making this YWCA New Britain’s most successful Winter Wonderland celebration yet! Once a pancake breakfast and dance performance, the event has evolved over the past seven years to become a prominent holiday