CVB’S 20 March 2025 Thursday Veterans Calendar Preview of Veterans Events & Programs new this week and first appearing in the 22 March 2025 edition of CVB’s Connecticut Veterans Calendar.
The entries below offer merely a glimpse into the latest additions highlighted in the 22 March edition of Connecticut Veterans Bulletin’s weekly Veterans Calendar Publication. With events and programs tailored for Connecticut veterans, CVB’s weekly Connecticut Veterans Calendar Publication serves as your comprehensive guide.
Thursday 20 March 2025 5:00 AM
Listed in the Connecticut Veterans Calendar on ctvetsbulletin.org for Saturday, 22 March, 2025
American Legion Kiltonic Post 72 Saturday Night Dinner
American Legion Kiltonic Post 72 Saturday Night Dinner
Saturday Dinner.
March 22nd, 2025,
3pm till sold out.
Lasagna served with salad bread and butter.
Only $10.00!
Downstairs at 64 Main St, Southington, CT.
Members and guests are welcome for Dine-in or Takeout!
Public is welcome for Takeout only.
All dinners are subject to change.
Hosted by:
American Legion Kiltonic Post 72 (860) 621-4243
Location: 64 Main St,
Southington, CT 06489
Karaoke Night at Moosup American Legion Post 91
Karaoke Night at Moosup American Legion Post 91
MOOSUP AMERICAN LEGION POST 91
SAT March 22nd 7:30PM
GREAT MUSIC, GREAT TIME, GREAT PEOPLE, PUBLIC WELCOME
HOSTED BY CELTIC ENTERTAINMENT & DJ BILL
66 PROSPECT ST
MOOSUP CT
Hosted By:
Moosup American Legion Post 91 (860) 564-8005
Location: 66 Prospect St, Moosup, CT 06354
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny and Craft Show
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny and Craft Show
Sunday, March 23rd 7am til 12 Noon
VFW POST 10060
91 Raymond Hill Road
Tickets:
- 5 and Under Free
- Children 6-11 $8.00
- 12-Adult $10.00
- Veterans & 65+ $7.00
THREE RIVERS Young Marines Fundraising Event
CRAFTERS WANTED
Call or Text 860-984-8119
EMAIL: ingridkelly1972@gmail.com
Hosted by:
(860) 705-6716
Location:
(860) 848-3750
91 Raymond Hill Rd,
Uncasville, CT 06382
Free Breakfast for Vietnam Vets
Free Breakfast for Vietnam Vets
Thursday, March 27,
7:30a.m. – 10:00 a.m
BRANFORD VFW POST 12106 Celebrates Welcome Home Vietnam Vets Day
Free Breakfast for Vietnam Vets at the Parthenon Diner 374 E Main Street, Branford No RSVP necessary.
Just stop in between 7:30 and 10.
Hosted by:
Walter Dymarczyk Memorial VFW Post 12106
(203) 483-7413
Location:
374 E Main St,
Branford, CT 06405
Somers Veterans Coffee House Gardening Event
Somers Veterans Coffee House Gardening Event
Veterans Coffeehouse – Special Gardening Event!🌿
☕ Coffee, Camaraderie & Gardening Tip
📅 Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025
📍 Location: Somers Town Hall, 600 Main St., Somers, CT
⏰ Time: 8:30 – 11:00 AM (Doors Open at 8 AM). Presentation starts at 9:00 AM.
🍪 Enjoy FREE coffee, beverages & snacks
🌱 OUR MASTER GARDENER GUEST SPEAKERS 🌱
Vicki DeLeo – UCONN and Vito Riccio, US Army Veteran – Somers
Join us as expert Master Gardeners share their knowledge on growing healthy plants, seasonal gardening techniques, & maximizing your green space!
🌞 Connect, Learn, and Grow!
This is a great opportunity for veterans to gather, enjoy great company, and pick up valuable gardening tips.
🔹 Open to all veterans & their families!
🔹 Casual & welcoming atmosphere
We can’t wait to see you there!
📩 For more information, send an email to: Veterans@SomersCT.gov
Hosted By:
Somers Department of Veterans Affairs (860) 272-4207
Location: Somers Town Hall , 600 Main St, Somers, CT 06071
Montville VFW Post 10060 Sunday Breakfast Sunday 30 March 2025
Montville VFW Post 10060 Sunday Breakfast
LAST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH
Serving 8:30-11:00am
LAST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH BREAKFAST REMINDER
MENU
- Scrambled Eggs
- French Toast
- Biscuits & Gravy
- Pancakes Home Fries Bacon
- Sausage
- Orange Juice Milk
- Coffee & Tea
$5 BREAKFAST DRINK SPECIALS
BLOODY MARY’S OR MIMOSA’S
$12 for Adults
$10 For Veterans and 65+
$6 for Children Under 10
Hosted By:
Montville VFW Post 10060 (860) 848-3750
Location: 91 Raymond Hill Rd, Uncasville, CT 06382
VFW Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans
VFW Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans
OAKVILLE GREEN
SUNDAY,
MARCH 30TH, 2025
★START AT 12:00 PM
PLEASE JOIN US IN THANKING OUR VIETNAM VETERANS THIS HONORING OF OUR VETERANS IS OPEN TO ALL VETERANS AND THE PUBLIC
MASTER OF CEREMONIES
RICHARD HINES
PAST COMMANDER
OAKVILLE VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS POST 7330
Hosted by:
Oakville Veterans Of Foreign Wars Post 7330
(860) 274-5225
Location: Oakville Green
376 Main St,
Watertown, CT 06795
Veterans Breakfast at Suffield VFW
Veterans Breakfast at Suffield VFW
Saturday April 15 0900 – 1100
Sponsored by: Emil and Maureen Dotta
Hosted by: Landry-Sic VFW Post 9544 Suffield
Location: 972 Sheldon St, West Suffield, CT 06093
Windsor Veterans and Military Appreciation Day
Windsor Veterans and Military Appreciation Day
SATURDAY, APRIL 12, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Join us for a family-friendly event that celebrates our military and veterans, along with their families, and acknowledges their sacrifices. Enjoy a variety of activities including yard games, an ice cream truck, a bounce house, face painting, and a touch-a-truck experience. Discover valuable veteran resources and listen to inspiring guest speakers at this fantastic occasion.
Hosted by: The Greater Windsor Veterans Council & Town of Windsor
Location: L.P. Wilson Community Center 599 Matianuck Ave, Windsor, CT 06095
ALA Unit 26 Book Sale
ALA Unit 26 Book Sale
April 12, 2025
12:00 to 4:00 p.m
Your Next Adventure Is Just a Book Away.
Stafford Springs American Legion Auxiliary Unit 26 is looking to raise money for our Unit which consists of a community of volunteers serving veterans, military and their families.
JOIN US!
Hosted by:
Strazza Tonoli Emhoff American Legion Auxiliary Unit 26
Location: 275 Orcuttville Rd., Stafford Springs, CT 06076
Free DAV Seminar
Free DAV Seminar
Thursday, April 17, 2025
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
First Come, First Served
The Department of Veterans Affairs in Somers is hosting a free Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Information and VA Benefits Seminar. Led by expert National Service Officers from DAV Newington, the seminar provides guidance on veterans’ benefits and VA claims assistance.
Services are free, and DAV membership is not required. Veterans should bring a military ID, Social Security number, and relevant military documents.
DAV
FULFILLING OUR PROMISES TO THE MEN AND WOMEN WHO SERVED
*BRING YOUR DD-214*
For additional information Email: Veterans@SomersCT.gov
Sponsored by: Somers Department of Veterans Affairs (860) 272-4207
Location: Somers Town Hall “Auditorium”
600 Main St., Somers, CT
TWO LIGHTS FOR TOMORROW
TWO LIGHTS FOR TOMORROW
April 18-19, 2025
A Call to Action
Two Lights for Tomorrow marks the start of the U.S. 250th anniversary commemoration, honoring Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride as a symbol of unity and service.
Nationwide Efforts
On April 18, statehouses will shine two lights, echoing Revere’s signal. On April 19, states will promote a day of service tailored to local needs.
Connecticut Efforts
Community centers, municipal buildings, museums, and private residences are encouraged to display two lights on April 18. On April 19, towns can organize service projects such as:
- Planting gardens
- Neighborhood clean-ups
- Food & supply drives
- Writing notes to care facility residents
Sign up to participate
Click Here or scan QR code in flyer
Share Your Impact
Submit participation details by April 7, 2025. Send event recaps and photos to info@ct250.org by May 1, 2025.
Organized by: TWO LIGHTS TOMORROW CONNECTICUT
Location:
Connecticut Statewide
VFW 591 Music BINGO
VFW 591 Music BINGO
Join Us For Music BINGO
Sunday, April 27
1-3PM
Monday, May 12
1-3PM
Friday June 20
1-3PM
Friday, July 11
1-3PM
Hosted by:
(860) 705-6716
Location:
23 Prince St,
Wallingford, CT 06492
Armed Forces Day Luncheon 2025
Armed Forces Day Luncheon 2025
Friday 16 May 2025
11:00AM – 2:00PM
Mark your calendars, the 2025 Armed Forces Day Luncheon will be here before we know it!
Join us at the Aqua Turf Club as we celebrate our Connecticut service members and veterans.
General admission $50
Individual Ticket
Table $500
This is a group ticket, it includes 10 tickets
Tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2025-armed-forces-day-luncheon
Hosted by:
National Guard Association of Connecticut Inc (860) 247-5000
Location: Aqua Turf Club
556 Mulberry St,
Plantsville, CT 06479
21st Annual Touch-A-Truck
21st Annual Touch-A-Truck
SATURDAY
MAY 17
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
RAIN DATE: SUNDAY, MAY 18
SOUTHINGTON DRIVE-IN 995 MERIDEN-WATERBURY TPKE
$4.00 Child Admission Adults – Free
- Climb On/Into Construction, Military, Emergency & Other Vehicles
- Face Painting & Glitter Tattoos
- Refreshments
- And Much More!!
The 21st annual Touch-a-Truck event is proudly co-sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 72 and the Town of Southington Recreation Department.
Hosted By:
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 72 (860) 621-4243
& Town of Southington Recreation Department
(860) 276-6219
Location: Southington Drive-In
995 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike,
Southington, CT 06489
Warbird Weekend
Warbird Weekend
Friday 6 June – Sunday 8 June 2025 (8:00AM – 5:00PM Daily)
Admission Information; $10- Adults, $7-Veterans, $5- Children (6+), Free-Kids 5 and under. All tickets are purchased on-site on the day of the event.
Complimentary admission for riders who purchase a ride flight experience online. Riders who purchase online get a plus one in for free. NOTE: Attending aircraft and their availability are subject to change due to weather and/or maintenance considerations. Aircraft and event status can quickly change..We will have FOUR vintage Warbirds available for rides this year!;P-51D Mustang “Gunfighter”, AT-6 Texan “Nella” (flown by WASP), C-45 Expeditor “BOB – Big Oily Beast”, PT-13 Stearman. Check our website for the latest information.
Tickets To Book Flights https://www.airpowersquadron.org/stratford-ct?
Hosted By: Connecticut Air & Space Center (203) 345-1559 & Mark Corvino
Location: Connecticut Air & Space Center, 225 Main St, Stratford, CT 06615
2ND ANNUAL LISTEN TO OUR VETERANS VOICES
2ND ANNUAL LISTEN TO OUR VETERANS VOICES
Date: Friday – June 6, 2025
Time: 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
A fundraiser to raise awareness for healthcare issues and getting Veterans monetary benefits
Live Entertainment – Buffet Dinner – Wine (Lisa Minxx Band featuring CT Superstar Timmy Maia)
PROCEED DISTRIBUTION:
25% MISSION 22
25% VFW OF SOUTHBURY
50% LOCAL VETERAN IN NEED
Tickets: $45.00 / person – $80.00 / couple
Venmo: @Lisa-Antrum
(please include your first / last name)
⬅️SCAN TO PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE!
or click link https://ticketstripe.com/events/1999106932844051
QUESTIONS, Contact Lisa Antrum (203) 982-4155
Presented by:
Lisa Antrum (203) 982-4155
Location: George Newton VFW Post 1607
150 Lee Farm Drive,
Southbury, CT 06488
American Legion Post 68 Car Show
American Legion Post 68 Car Show
SUNDAY JUNE 8th 2025
10 AM-2 PM
RAIN DATE JUNE 15th
- FOOD AND DRINKS FOR SALE
- RAFFLES
- SHOW CARS $10
- SPECTATORS FREE
- TROPHIES BEING GIVEN
PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT THE AMERICAN LEGION POST 68
AMERICAN LEGION POST 68 154 PORTERS PASS BERLIN, CT 06037
(860) 828-9102.
For More Info Contact
Tat Hayes (860)712-6716
Over The Hill Gang Eastern Chapter
Hosted by:
Over The Hill Gang Eastern Chapter
(860) 712-6716
Location:
(860) 828-9102
154 Porters Pass,
Kensington, CT 06037
Knights of Columbus Bishop Fenwick Assembly 100 Patriot Dinner
Knights of Columbus Bishop Fenwick Assembly 100 Patriot Dinner
Reserve Your Spot!!
The Knights of Columbus Bishop Fenwick Assembly 100, with support from Riverside Cemetery of Norwalk, invites you to the 7th Annual Patriot Dinner benefiting House of Heroes Connecticut.
📅 Saturday, June 28, 2025 *(After 4 PM Mass)
📍 St. Matthew Church – Masterpool Great Room
Enjoy a delicious meal prepared by Brother Jetmir Daka of Leonardo’s Pizza while supporting a great cause.
Menu:
- Salad
- Leonardo’s Famous Garlic Knots
- Penne Vodka Pasta
- Chicken Francese
- Eggplant Rollatini
- Bread & Dessert
- Cash Bar & 50/50 Raffle
Reservations Required – No Walk-ins
💳 Pay online: Click Here
📞 Info: Call George Ribellino at 203-856-7101
Proceeds benefit House of Heroes Connecticut, honoring veterans and their families through service and support.
Hosted by: Knights of Columbus Bishop Fenwick Assembly 100 (203) 856-7101
Location: St. Matthew Church
216 Scribner Ave,
Norwalk, CT 06854
SGT David Coullard Golf Outing 2025
SGT David Coullard Golf Outing
Schedule
7:30am Registration begins with coffee/donuts & Goodies.
9:00am Shotgun Starts
***Dinner at 2:00pm***
with prizes & raffle to follow.
the cost of the dinner is $65.00.
Entry Fee $175.00, Includes
Round of Golf, Cart, Lunch on the Turn Refreshments during Play.
Organizations We Support
- Peter P Monaco Jr Detachment 40 MCL
- Cape Ann Veterans Services
- Semper Fi Fund
- Honor Flight Manard, Ma
- Paralyzed Veterans
- St. Jude Children’s Hospital
- And Other Veterans causes
$175.00 per person
Proceeds to SGT David Coullard Memorial Fund
A 501 (c) (3) Non-Profit Organization
Tax#27-0686708
Questions Contact Us
860-568-5988
Hosted by:
SGT David Coullard Memorial Fund
(860) 568-5988
Location:
201 Pattonwood Dr,
Southington, CT 06489
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