The entries below offer merely a glimpse into the latest additions highlighted in the 14 September, 2024 edition of Connecticut Veterans Bulletin’s weekly Veterans Calendar Publication. With more than 200 events and programs tailored for Connecticut veterans, CVB’s weekly Connecticut Veterans Calendar Publication serves as your comprehensive guide.
Thursday 12 September 2024 5:00 AM
Listed in the Connecticut Veterans Calendar on ctvetsbulletin.org for Saturday, 14 September, 2024.
VFW POST 10004 MENS STEAK NIGHT
VFW POST 10004 MENS STEAK NIGHT
SEPT 17H
STARTS AT 7:00PM
16OZ RIB EYE, BAKED POTATO, GREEN BEANS, ALL THE SALAD, PASTA & BREAD YOU CAN EAT,
$25.00
RESERVE YOUR TABLE NOW
PHONE (860)376-5226
COME AND JOIN US FOR A NIGHT OUT WITH FRIENDS AND A GREAT DINNER
A SMOKE FREE ENVIRONMENT
Hosted By: VFW POST 10004
(860) 376-5226
Location: 263 TAYLOR HILL RD., JEWETT CITY, CT
Catholic War Veterans Auxiliary Night of Fun
Catholic War Veterans Auxiliary Night of Fun
Doors open at 6:00 pm Games start at 7:00 pm
Catholic War Veterans Auxiliary
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Please support the Catholic War Veterans Auxiliary and have a great night of fun. Play for a chance to win many great prizes (themed baskets and gift cards). Door prizes, trivia and more…
Catholic War Veterans Post 1562 112 Derby Ave., Derby, CT
$20.00 per person includes a bingo card packet!
Please text Kathy Radin for reservations at 203-305-4651 100% of the Profit for Target CT for T2T
First Responders and Veterans
Hosted By: Catholic War Veterans Auxiliary
(203) 734-9748
Location: 112 Derby Ave, Derby, CT 06418
Vietnam POW/MIA Ceremony
Vietnam POW/MIA Ceremony
As of October 2022, 1,582 Americans were still unaccounted for from the Vietnam War, with 1,004 classified as further pursuit.
This ceremony is free and open to the public.
Presented By: The Wall That Heals in Manchester
Location: Charter Oak Park, 96 Charter Oak St, Manchester, CT 06040
Catholic War Veterans & Auxiliary St. Michael’s Post 1562 Family Outing
Catholic War Veterans & Auxiliary St. Michael’s Post 1562 Family Outing
Saturday September 21, 2024
from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
$30 – Members/ $35 – Guests/ $55 Immediate Family Package* *Age 18 and younger residing in your home.
Ticket Prices INCREASE $5.00 on the morning of Sept. 14th. One week prior to outing. Plenty of Food-Music-Fun-Outdoor tents
Air Conditioned/Smoke Free Hall
Hosted by Catholic War Veterans & Auxiliary St. Michael’s Post 1562 (203) 734-9748
Location 112 Derby Ave, Derby, CT 06418
Splendor in Service Masquerade Ball
Splendor in Service Masquerade Ball
Join the Quiet Corner Veterans Support Coalition for an exciting evening on September 21 from 6PM to 11PM, featuring dinner, cocktails, magic, dancing, and raffles. A Master and Mistress of the Ball will be crowned, with all proceeds supporting veterans’ wreaths for five cemeteries in partnership with Wreaths Across America. The Coalition is proud to be the #4 Sponsorship group in Connecticut. Special thanks to Fred Ruhlemann for the magic, Collin Hamilton Photography, and Eileen and Jim Arpin for the music. Don’t miss this flagship event—tickets are going fast!
Hosted By: Quiet Corner Veterans Support Coalition
(860) 382-3346
Location: Grill 37, 37 Putnam Rd, Pomfret Center, CT 06259
Purple Pantry BINGO
Purple Pantry BINGO
9/25 Seating available 5:30
BINGO starts at 6:00
PRIZES!
FOOD AND BEVERAGES AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE
American Legion 25 Merwin Ave
$25 per person
Bring your non-perishable food donations for an extra game card!
Tickets at: http://ppb-bingo.com
Presented By: American Legion POST 196
(203) 874-9822
Location: 25 Merwin Ave, Milford, CT 06460
VFW Post 6123 1st RED Friday
VFW Post 6123 1st RED Friday
Smalley Brothers VFW Post 6123 is excited to announce that we will celebrate our 1st R.E.D. Friday on Friday 9/27/24. We will provide free pizza starting at 3PM until the pizza is gone or 6PM (whichever comes first) in our canteen. It is our hope that we’ll continue with this celebration on the last Friday of each month. Please spread the word and come on down and honor the troops!
Wear RED and enjoy 1/2 price “beer on your first beer.
Donations are welcome
*Tap beer only
Hosted By: Smalley Brothers VFW Post 6123
(860) 623-6856
Location: 36 Fairview St, Windsor Locks, CT 06096
Gary Pomo’s OBG Band Tribute
Gary Pomo’s OBG Band Tribute
Friday September 27th at the VFW – Gary Pomo and his OBG Band “Tribute” 6-9pm c’mon down and support your local Veterans Club while you enjoy a couple cocktails with some great music!!
Presented By: VFW Post 1724 Wilimantic
(860) 423-0209
Location: 630 Valley St, Willimantic, CT 06226
MEATO at Catholic War Veterans & Auxiliary St. Michael’s Post 1562
MEATO at Catholic War Veterans & Auxiliary St. Michael’s Post 1562
Members and Guests Welcomed, Friday, Sept 27, 2024
Games begin at 7:00 PM. RSVP or Arrive early for a seat and pre-purchases.
Win Pork, Beef, Fish, Fowl Proceeds Benefit TUNNELS TO TOWERS
Hosted by Catholic War Veterans Auxiliary St. Michael’s Post 1562 (203) 734-9748
Location 112 Derby Ave, Derby, CT 06418
American Legion Annual Tag Sale and Open House
American Legion Annual Tag Sale and Open House
Saturday September 28th, 8am – 2pm (Rain Date Sunday Sept. 29th) Plenty of parking! Stop by to shop from over 30 vendors and for our delicious food.
Vendors please request or confirm your spot by calling
Patrick at (860)861-9982
Hosted by AMERICAN LEGION POST 180
Location 567 Exeter Rd #207, Lebanon, CT 06249
Somers Veterans Coffee House
Somers Veterans Coffee House
September Veterans Coffeehouse
Sat, Sep 28, 2024,
8:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Somers Department of Veterans Affairs, 600 Main St, Somers, CT
Join us to welcome Hilary Rudenauer, a Usui and Holy Fire® III Karuna Reiki Master Teacher, Postpartum Doula, Yoga Teacher, and owner of Resonance Healing Arts. Hilary, a trauma survivor, specializes in mental health, maternal care, and holistic healing. Her expertise includes Reiki, a gentle, non-invasive therapy for stress reduction and relaxation. The Department of Veterans Affairs acknowledges Reiki’s benefits for the military, particularly those with PTSD, as it promotes relaxation and supports traditional treatment.
Hosted By: Somers Department of Veterans Affairs
(860) 272-4207
Location: 600 Main St, Somers, CT 06071
20TH ANNIVERSARY TRIBUTE TO OUR FALLEN
Connecticut Fallen Heroes Foundation Presents
20TH ANNIVERSARY TRIBUTE TO OUR FALLEN
SUNDAY
SEPTEMBER 29, 2024
GOLD STAR MOTHERS & FAMILIES DAY
Doors open at 10 AM
Gold Star Ceremony at 1:30 PM
FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
REMEMBERING OUR BRAVEST
- CHRISTIAN KOCH CW04
- DANIEL PRIAL CW02
REMEMBERING OUR VIETNAM VETERANS
- JOSE “TONY” MENDEZ SPC4
- VICTOR R. BINKOSKI SSGT
LIVES REMEMBERED ARE NEVER LOST!
Presented By: Connecticut Fallen Heroes Foundation
Location(s): HOLIDAY HILL, 43 Candee Rd, Prospect, CT 06712
Community Fall Yard Sale/Flea Market
Community Fall Yard Sale/Flea Market
OCT 5TH 2024 9AM – 2PM
Fall Cleaning? Why put it away when you can sell it for a good cause. Make room for more stuff by selling some of your old stuff.
MONTVILLE VFW POST 10060
Raymond Hill Rd Uncasville, CT
All table donations will be collected on Oct 5th, The day of the sale.
Each Table Cost $20 Donation To Support Community Veterans.
Reserve Table Via Text to
860 861 0982 with your name and number of tables needed
Hosted By: MONTVILLE VFW POST 10060
(860) 848-3750
Location: 1 Raymond Hill Rd, Uncasville, CT 06382
VFW Auxiliary #9918 Clinton Light The Night
VFW Auxiliary #9918 Clinton Light The Night
Saturday, October 5th
6:00pm-8:00pm
Clinton Town Beach
96 Waterside Lane
(inclement weather date Sat. 10/19)
Join the VFW Auxiliary for Light the Night, a night of reflection, connection and joy celebrating those we cherish. Luminaries will light a path along the beach for all to see.
A $10.00 donation provides one luminary (similar to the picture). You may select up to four names to be included on the luminary, honoring someone you know or remembering someone who has passed. Each name will be read aloud during the lighting ceremony.
➡️For more information or to purchase a luminary, please contact Mary Cortright at 203-379-8433.
Your donation benefits the VFW Auxiliary #9918 helping local veterans and their families. Thank you!
Presented By: VFW Auxiliary #9918 Clinton
(619)315-9380
Location: Clinton Town Beach, 96 Waterside Ln, Clinton, CT 06413
THE MOGADISHU MILE
THE MOGADISHU MILE
WHEN: OCTOBER 6TH 9:00 AM
WHERE: WADSWORTH MANSION 421 WADSWORTH ST MIDDLETOWN, CT
SUGGESTED DONATION $20
RUN, WALK OR JOG TO RAISE FUNDS FOR THE ALL SECURE FOUNDATION
Learn More @
Presented By: Corey Holmes
Location: Wadsworth Mansion , 421 Wadsworth St, Middletown, CT 06457
CMRA and Valhalla MC Toy Drive
CMRA and Valhalla MC Toy Drive
Sunday, October 6, 2024,
11:00 am
The Gathering Place
99 East St, Wallingford, CT
A Toy or Gift is Required
Connecticut Riders caring For Connecticut’s children
Toy suggestions: Recreational toys, bats, balls of all types, gloves, swim & sport gear, books, games, hand-held games, puzzles, etc.
Bring some Friends
Live Music!
Food & Beverages available!
Put a smile on a child’s face this holiday season!
More Info: Jim (203)213-9472 or Marybeth (203)265-6937
Presented By:
CMRA and Valhalla MC
Location: The Gathering Place, 99 East St, Wallingford, CT
American Legion Post 68 Dine In Dinner
American Legion Post 68 Dine In Dinner
OCTOBER 13TH SUNDAY 3PM
- BBQ CHICKEN
- BAKED POTATO
- CORN ON THE COBB & DINNER ROLL
- LEMONADE/ WATER
- DESSERT
- BYOB
- MUSIC
$20 PER PERSON
RAFFLE – TV & 50/50
AMERICAN LEGION POST 68 154 PORTERS PASS BERLIN TO MAKE YOUR RESERVATION
CALL OR TEXT
➡️(860) 324-8433
Hosted By:
(860) 828-9102
Location: 154 Porters Pass, Kensington, CT 06037
VFW 594 Prime Rib Lunch
VFW 594 Prime Rib Lunch
WEDNESDAY OCT. 16th
lla-3p
Includes:
- Baked Potato
- Veggie
- Salad
- Bread
$28.00
Pre-Order by Mon. Oct. 14th Place your order at the bar or call 860-892-1400
Hosted By: VFW Post 594
(860) 892-1400
Location: 30 Connecticut Ave, Norwich, CT 06360
4TH Annual Deep Dive Golf Tournament
4TH Annual Deep Dive Golf Tournament
Fees
- $185 E7 and above active duty, Retirees and Civilians
- $160 E6 and below active duty
Includes golf fee, cart fee, range, continental breakfast, buffet lunch & Awards Ceremony
Format: 4 Man Scramble
Online: www.ussnautilus.org
Deadline: October 1, 2024 Payment Reserves Your Spot.
By Mail: Make Check Payable To SFLMA and Mail To P. O. Box 928 Groton, CT 06340
Presented By: Submarine Force Library & Museum Association
(800) 343-0079
Location: Lake of Isles, Foxwoods, 1 Clubhouse Drive, North Stonington, CT 06359
PLAV Post 189 Pancake Breakfast
PLAV Post 189 Pancake Breakfast
PANCAKES, SAUSAGES, COFFEE, TEA, JUICE, MILK, CHOICE OF TOPPINGS.
$10 IN ADVANCE , $12 AT THE DOOR PER ADULT
$5 IN ADVANCE, $7 AT THE DOOR FOR CHILDREN 5 TO 12 YEARS. UNDER 5 FREE WITH A PAYING ADULT.
LAST DAY ADVANCED SALES 10/24
TAKE OUT IS AVAILABLE.
PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT THE HENRIETTA KULINSKI SCHOLARSHIP
FOOD OR MONETARY DONATIONS WILL BE GREATLY APPRECIATED.
FOR MORE INFORMATION & TO BUY TICKETS CONTACT MARK AT 203-804-4122 OR AVAILABLE AT THE POST 203-237-7492
Hosted By: PLAV Post 189
(203) 237-7492
Location: PLAV Post 189, 193 E Main St, Meriden, CT 06450
Plymouth Veterans Fishing Derby
Plymouth Veterans Fishing Derby
Followed by lunch at the American Legion Terryville
SATURDAY OCTOBER 12TH
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
TROPHIES FOR WINNERS
Register by October 1st for a T-Shirt
Hosted By: Plymouth Town Rec
(860) 585-4031
Location(s): Lake Winfield Recreation Area, Seymour Road, Terryville, CT 06786
American Legion Plymouth Post 20, 245 Main St, Terryville, CT 06786
Easterseals Veterans Rally Point Food Pantry
Easterseals Veterans Rally Point Food Pantry
Pantry Hours:
Mon, Tue, Thursday
10am – 2pm
Wednesdays
4pm – 8pm
For Service Members, Veterans, and their Families.
Easterseals Veterans Rally Point, in partnership with the Gemma E. Moran/United Way Food Center and donors like Hillandale Farm, provides fresh produce, non-perishables, frozen meats, and dairy items to support Service Members, Veterans, and their families. Committed to meeting their essential needs, Veterans Rally Point ensures access to vital resources for a healthy life.
Hosted By: Veterans Rally Point
(860) 859-4148
Location: Veterans Rally Point 24 Stott Ave. Norwich, CT 06360
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