Welcome to this week’s official Thursday preview for the upcoming Saturday, 22 August 2026 edition of the Connecticut Veterans Calendar Publication. As our community continues to stay active, connected, and supportive of one another, our latest curation brings you essential updates on upcoming programs, fundraisers, and veteran community events across the state.
Whether you are looking to get outdoors for a challenging physical endeavor, connect with fellow service members over a hot cup of coffee, or support local post fundraisers and family picnics, our directory provides the direct details you need. Scroll down through the full event listings below to discover what is happening across Connecticut and beyond this week, and plan how you can get involved in honoring and supporting our local military and veteran community.
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For a complete list of events and more details, please refer to the full Connecticut Veterans Calendar in our upcoming publication or through our previous publication. Although our last edition does not include the newest events listed below, it contains all other ongoing listings.
Thursday 20 August 2026 5:00 AM
Included in the Connecticut Veterans Calendar at ctvetsbulletin.org on Saturday, 22 August 2026
Events are in order by date
American Legion Auxiliary Dept of Connecticut T-shirt Fundraiser
DEADLINE 1 January 2027
American Legion Auxiliary Dept of Connecticut T-shirt Fundraiser
📅 Order Deadline: January 1, 2027
🐝👕 Bee the One. Bee a Part of the Hive! 👕🐝
The American Legion Auxiliary Department of Connecticut Membership Committee T-Shirt Fundraiser is officially underway!
Show your Auxiliary pride while supporting membership initiatives across our Department with this exclusive navy tee featuring a left-chest Department design and a bold Honey Bees back graphic.
Pricing: 🐝 Adult S–XL — $30 🐝 Adult 2XL–3XL — $35
Payment Options: 💵 Cash 📝 Check (Payable to: ALA Dept CT | Memo: Membership Committee) 💲 Cash App 💙 Venmo 🅿️ PayPal
Every shirt purchased helps strengthen membership efforts throughout the American Legion Auxiliary Department of Connecticut.
📧 Questions? Contact aladeptctpr@gmail.com 📞 203-300-8173
Don’t miss out—order yours today and help Keep the Hive Growing! 🐝💙❤️
#BeeTheOne #KeepTheHiveGrowing #ALACT #MembershipMatters #AmericanLegionAuxiliary #DepartmentOfConnecticut #ServiceNotSelf #Fundraiser #AuxiliaryPride
Hosted by:
American Legion Auxiliary Department of Connecticut
(959) 230-4168
Location: Mail Order
Open Doors Outdoors Mount Washington: Veteran Hike
Open Doors Outdoors Mount Washington: Veteran Hike
Saturday 22 August, 2026
ODO is looking forward to our open hike on Mount Washington.
Participants should meet in the Putnam Park and Ride parking lot at 0430 or meet the group at the Ammoonusuc Trail Head at 0800/0815 with an 0830 stepoff.
Experience this 7.5-mile out-and-back trail near Bretton Woods, New Hampshire. Generally considered a very challenging/hard route, it takes an average of 6 h 22 min to complete.
Experienced hikers ONLY for this hike.
Additional details to follow the week of the hike.
Please Read Before Registering:
Mount Washington is not a beginner hike. This is a challenging mountain adventure requiring previous experience hiking difficult mountains, strong physical fitness, and the ability to maintain a steady pace over rugged terrain.
For the safety and enjoyment of the entire group, participants must be confident they can complete the hike without assistance. If you have not successfully completed similar mountain hikes, we ask that you join us on one of our other adventures and work up to this event.
Questions: Please email us at admin@opendoorsoutdoors.org
Registration: Click Here
Hosted by: Open Doors Outdoors
(860) 573-3283
Location:
Base Station Rd,
Jefferson, NH 03583
VFW 5th District Picnic 2026
VFW 5th District Picnic 2026
Saturday
22 August 2026
12-3 PM
Live Music by K Mac and the Cadillacs ♪
- CORNHOLE
- HORSESHOES
- CASH BAR
- CASH FOOD
- RAFFLES
- AND MORE!
COUCH-PIPA VFW POST 6851 104 SOUTH CANAAN ROAD, NORTH CANAAN, CT
- GOOD FOOD
- GOOD FRIENDS
- GREAT CAUSE
ALL PROCEEDS SUPPORT THE VFW 5TH DISTRICT ★ and AUXILIARIES ★
Thank you for your support!★
Hosted by:
(860) 824-8158
Location:
104 S Canaan Rd,
Canaan, CT 06018
Pasta Night At Raymond T Goldbach VFW Post 9460
Pasta Night At Raymond T Goldbach VFW Post 9460
Wednesday, 26 August 2026 5PM – 7PM
$10 / PLATE
PASTA SERVED WITH MEATBALLS, SIDE SALAD, AND A ROLL
IMAGE IS FOR REPRESENTATION ONLY
Hosted by: Raymond T Goldbach VFW Post 9460
Location: 100 Veterans Blvd, Stratford, CT 06615
Wild Wing Wednesday At American Legion Post 112
Wild Wing Wednesday At American Legion Post 112
Wednesday, August 26, 2026. 6PM
Hosted by: Denise Andrews & American Legion Post 112 (860) 848-1393
Location: 89 Pink Row, Uncasville, CT 06382
VFW Post 7788 Family Picnic 2026
VFW Post 7788 Family Picnic 2026
Saturday,
August 29, 2026
10AM – 4 PM
Tickets:
$25 for Adults
$15 for Children under 12
No tickets sold at the door.
Ticket sales end on August 22nd
Hosted by:
Travis C. Kitchen VFW Post 7788
(203) 874-9982
Location:
422 Naugatuck Ave,
Milford, CT 06460
NEXT RECURRENCE 7 September 2026
ANDOVER VETERAN’S COFFEE HOUR
ANDOVER VETERAN’S COFFEE HOUR
FIRST MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH 9:30-10:30am
All Veterans are invited to join us for Veterans Coffee Hour at The Center.
Connect with fellow Veterans in a welcoming and relaxed setting while enjoying coffee, muffins, conversation, & camaraderie.
Hosted by: Andover Community & Senior Center 860-743-7305 x4510
Location: 25 School Rd, Andover, CT 06232
The Wall That Heals In Putnam CT 2026
The Wall That Heals In Putnam CT 2026
The Wall That Heals is coming to Putnam Connecticut from September 10 – September 13, 2026 at Murphy Park.
The event is free and open to the public.
In November 1996, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VVMF) introduced a mobile version of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. This replica, unveiled on Veterans Day, was created to bring the Memorial’s powerful message to communities across America. Since its first tour, The Wall That Heals has visited hundreds of locations, allowing millions to connect with its enduring legacy.
We are still seeking volunteers for this event!
Volunteer: https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/TWTHPutnamCT
Donate: https://givebutter.com/untitled-campaign-62wi1n
Hosted by:
Putnam Veterans Advisory Committee
(860) 963-6800, ext 160
Location:
Murphy Park – Keech St, Putnam, CT 06260
Country Line Dancing At Marlborough American Legion
Country Line Dancing At Marlborough American Legion
Friday,
September 11, 2026
6-9 PM
ADMISSION $10
Bring Your Own Snacks.
Cash Bar Available.
Instructor:
Aric Lemeuix Of Sound Train Music
Hosted by:
Marlborough American Legion Post 128 (860) 295-7810
Location: 128 East Hampton Road
Marlborough, CT 06447
VFW Post 9460 Cigar & Whiskey Night
VFW Post 9460 Cigar & Whiskey Night
Saturday
September 19, 2026
6:00 PM
JOIN US
- RAFFLE PRIZES
- 50/50
Standard Cigar & Drink
$25
VIP Top Line Cigar & Top Shelf Drink
$40
Additional Cigars & Drinks Are Available At Cost
Food For Purchase Will Be Available
- KARAOKE NIGHT!
- GOOD CIGARS
- GOOD WHISKEY
- GOOD TIMES.
★ SEE YOU THERE! ★
Hosted by:
Raymond T Goldbach VFW Post 9460. (203) 377-0214
Location:
100 Veterans Blvd,
Stratford, CT 06615
20th Annual Lobsterfest at VFW Post 5095
20th Annual Lobsterfest at VFW Post 5095
Saturday
Sept 26, 2026
12PM – 5PM
- GREAT FOOD!
- LIVE MUSIC!
- RAFFLES
- FAMILY FUN!
- GOOD FRIENDS.
- GREAT CAUSE.
Thank you for supporting our Veterans!
$60 entitles you to 1 lobster 🦞 OR 1 steak 🥩
Corn on the cob 🌽
Homemade chowder 🥣
And baked potato 🥔
Steamers are $20 for 1 lb. That’s an additional ticket 🎟️
Tickets are available in the canteen, please stop by or call the VFW. 860-267-8837.
Come enjoy delicious food, buy raffle tickets and support local Veterans
(860) 267-8837
Location:
20 N Maple St, East Hampton, CT 06424
Waterford VFW Post 6573 Fall Blast
Waterford VFW Post 6573 Fall Blast
September 26, 2026
2:00-6:00pm
ENTERTAINMENT
FOOD
RAFFLES
AND GOOD OLD FASHION FUNI
TICKETS
- $10,00 PER PERSON
- KIDS 5-10 Years Old $5.00
- CHILDREN UNDER 5 FREE.
Hosted by:
(860) 443-0442
Location:
382 Boston Post Rd, Waterford, CT 06385