In this week’s Thursday Preview, we spotlight 20 of the latest additions to our Veterans Calendar for the upcoming Saturday, 10 May 2025. These events and programs are thoughtfully curated to support and engage Connecticut’s veteran community.
For a complete list of events and more details, please refer to the full Connecticut Veterans Calendar in our upcoming publication or though our previous publication doesn’t include the events here, it has the all others.
Thursday 8 May 2025 5:00 AM
Included in the Connecticut Veterans Calendar on ctvetsbulletin.org for Saturday, 10 May, 2025
Events are in order by date
Albert J. Breault Post 1523 VFW Day Of Service Event
JOIN US FOR OUR VFW DAY OF SERVICE EVENT
Albert J. Breault Post 1523 VFW Day Of Service Event
A veteran-led community service event.
Day & Bowen Cemetery Clearing
SATURDAY MAY 10, 2025
TIME: 9 AM – 1 PM
We are coordinating with Town DPW, professionals, and the State. These 2 abandoned Cemeteries have been overgrown and claimed by the Forest. As there is a Civil War Monument in Bowen Cemetery, we are going to re-claim the Cemetery, clear-cut it and move forward with preserving this Veteran’s Monument! Any help is needed and appreciated! Contact us at vfwpost1523@gmail.com or call 860-928-9897 to coordinate helping out!
Hosted By: ALBERT J. BREAULT POST 1523
(860) 928-9897
Location:
Meet At Entrance To Barnes Concrete, 873 Providence Pike Putnam, CT 06260
BSA Troop 8 Mother’s Day Breakfast
BSA Troop 8 Mother’s Day Breakfast
BSA Troop 8 is hosting its annual Mothers Day Breakfast on
Sunday May 11th
8am -11am.
$15 per meal,
$5 for all Mothers.
All your favorite breakfast foods will be served by the scouts of Troop 8.
Hosted By:
BSA Troop 8
Location:
20 N Maple St,
East Hampton, CT 06424
Catholic War Veterans Meeting
Catholic War Veterans Meeting
Sunday,
May 11, 2025
1 PM – 2 PM
Veteran Meeting
Discussion of Post Business.
Hosted By:
Catholic War Veterans Lt Raymond J. Bower Post 1466 and Auxiliary
Location:
40 Alfred St,
Bridgeport, CT 06605
YVN Steering Committee Hearing
YVN Steering Committee Hearing
WEDNESDAY, MAY 14
12-1 PM
Please join in our monthly YVN steering committee meetings for an opportunity to hear what has been happening with YVN and what is in the works. We welcome all those who are interested in getting involved and sharing their ideas.
Our May guest speaker will be Daniel Reilly, Veterans and Military Affairs Outreach Liaison for Senator Richard Blumenthal. Daniel will discuss his service, veteran employment inclusion, and veteran legislation initiatives in the senate.
Everyone is invited to join, get involved, and share ideas!
Lunch will be provided to in-person attendees
RSVP https://yaleconnect.yale.edu/AGYVN/rsvp_boot?id=2287870?
Hosted By:
Yale Veterans Network
Location:
221 Whitney AVE, Conference Room 414 & zoom
East Haddam-Moodus VFW Post 3336 Summer Cornhole
East Haddam/Moodus VFW Post 3336 Summer Cornhole
Every Wednesday
from May 7 – Aug 27
5:30 pm Mark your calendar:
Proceeds benefit East Haddam/Moodus VFW Post 3336
- Cash award for winning team
- Come support our veterans
- Watch for weekly sign-ups
- Light meal served, BYOB
- All skill levels welcome
Contact Don for more info: donworksindirt@hotmail.com or 860-227-3600
Presented By:
(860) 384-5626
Location:
GrandView Camping,
89 N Moodus Rd,
Moodus, CT 06469
National Anthem Performance 102d Army Band Brass Quintet
National Anthem Performance 102d Army Band Brass Quintet
May 17 at 7PM
Veterans and Military Appreciation Night
The 102 BQ will have the honor of performing the National Anthem at the Hartford Athletic’s Veterans and Military Appreciation Night. We’re always happy for the opportunity to honor our fellow servicemen at events like this. It should be a great night!
Hosted By:
102d Army Band Brass Quintet
Location:
Hartford Athletic Center Trinity Health Stadium
250 Huyshope Ave,
Hartford, CT 06106
Yale Joint Commissioning Ceremony
Yale Joint Commissioning Ceremony
MONDAY, MAY 19, 2025
4:30 PM
CAPTAIN BILL JOHNSON
Commanding Officer, Naval ROTC
COLONEL LES OBERG
Commander, Air Force ROTC
LIEUTENANT COLONEL SETH ALLEN
Commander, Army ROTC
REQUEST THE PLEASURE OF YOUR COMPANY
AT THE
JOINT COMMISSIONING CEREMONY
(PLEASE BE SEATED FIVE MINUTES PRIOR TO THE CEREMONY)
RECEPTION IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING AT ELM CITY CLUB
155 ELM STREET, NEW HAVEN, CONNECTICUT 06511
Hosted By:
Yale Veterans Network
Location:
Yale University
Battell Chapel
400 College Street
New Haven, Connecticut
Wreaths across America of New Britain Pasta Dinner Fundraiser
Wreaths across America of New Britain Pasta Dinner Fundraiser
WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 2025
5-8 Ρ.Μ.
Family Friendly |
Pasta/Meatballs/Salad/Dessert |
Seated Dinner |BYOB |Music
Gluten-Free Pasta Available
TICKETS @ $20
TABLES OF 8 @ $140
Children 12 & Under FREE with Adult Admission |
BUY ON-LINE TODAY
WWW.DAVCHAPTER8.ORG/WREATHS-ACROSS-AMERICA-NEW-BRITAIN
GIGANTIC MEGARAFFLE!
HUGE 50/50 RAFFLE!
All proceeds benefit the ongoing fundraising drive to continue bringing nationally renowned Wreaths Across America to New Britain’s Fairview Cemetery
THIS YEAR’S EVENT: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2025
Buy a Wreath, Become a Sponsor and Learn More at www.davchapter8.org
Hosted By:
(860) 829-2960
Location:
41 Veterans Dr,
New Britain, CT 06051
36th Annual Ledyard Memorial Day Parade
36th Annual Ledyard Memorial Day Parade
Sunday, May 25, 2025
- 12:30 pm Parade Muster
- 1:00 pm Wreath Laying
- 1:15 pm Parade Start
- Registration Deadline, May 16, 2025
Theme: “Honor Our Heroes!”
Place: Ledyard Town Green, Route 117
Route: Town Green to High School parking lot.
Immediately following the parade, all participants are invited to the post-parade activities at the High School. There will be free food and drinks provided to parade participants (as available).
In order to ensure there is enough food for ALL participants, please register by May 16th, 2025. Please register early.
JOIN US IN HONORING THEIR SACRIFICE!
Register: Click Here
Hosted By:
(860) 464-7355
Location:
Ledyard Town Green, Route 117
Colonel Ledyard Hwy,
Ledyard, CT 06339
New Haven Memorial Day Ceremonies
New Haven Memorial Day Ceremonies
Sunday May 25, 2025
Commemorating the men and women who died while in military service, the City of New Haven Memorial Day ceremonies will be on Sunday, May 25, 2025. Elm City and regional residents are invited to attend the two traditional programs and wreath-laying ceremonies.
At 1:00 p.m., there will be a ceremony at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Park on Long Wharf Drive. Senior Chief Petty Officer James Hatch, author, educator, former Navy SEAL and founder of Spike’s K9 Fund will be the principal speaker.
At 3:00 p.m., there will be a second ceremony at the World War Memorial Flagpole on the New Haven Green. Lt. Col. Joseph Danao, Deputy Commissioner of the Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs, will be the principal speaker. New Haven Mayor Justin Elicker will offer remarks.
Presented By:
City of New Haven & The Mayor’s Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee
Location:
1:00 p.m. Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Long Wharf Drive
3:00 p.m. World War Memorial Flagpole, New Haven Green
Stafford Memorial Day Parade and Ceremonies
Stafford Memorial Day Parade and Ceremonies Monday, May 26
Join the community in honoring those who gave their lives in service.
Memorial Services at Local Cemeteries 7:00 AM – Stafford Springs Cemetery >7:30 AM – St. Edward’s Cemetery > 8:00 AM – West Stafford Cemetery > 8:30 AM – Hillside Cemetery > 9:00 AM – Staffordville Cemetery
Parade Step-off: 11:00 AM from Furnace Avenue > Route: West on Main Street, ending at the Wall of Honor for a remembrance ceremony > New ending location confirmed at the Wall of Honor
Parade Participation. Open to all – family-friendly > Register here: Parade Registration
More Info: explorestaffordct.com/memorialday
Hosted by: Explore Stafford CT
Location: Stafford, Connecticut 06076
Greatest Hits of the Civil War
Greatest Hits of the Civil War
Come experience the ultimate collection of songs and stories from the War Between the States
Rick Spencer and Dawn Indermuehle perform the most popular and famous songs of the War Between the States. Songs that were popular during the conflict give us great insight into the American spirit of the time. An entertaining experience of American history.
No charge. RSVP: at the library, bristollib.com or by calling:
860.584.7787 x 3.
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/greatest-hits-of-the-civil-war-tickets
Hosted By:
(860) 584.7787 x 3
Location:
5 High St. Bristol, CT 06010
Sonic Pulse at American Legion Milford CT
Sonic Pulse at American Legion Milford CT
Sonic Pulse will be back for a fun Happy Hour gig on Friday, May 30th, 2025 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm to help kickoff summer 2025 with live music, great food & fun at the American Legion Post 196, 25 Merwin Ave, Milford CT!!
Everyone is welcome to come out and enjoy a wide variety of classic hits played live & unplugged. Free admission, free parking, great food & drinks, all in a relaxed atmosphere on the water, come down as it will be a wonderful evening of music, dancing and entertainment!!
Hosted By:
(203) 874-9822
Location:
25 Merwin Ave,
Milford, CT 06460
Captain Newton S. Manross: From Forestville to Antietam
Captain Newton S. Manross: From Forestville to Antietam
Learn about the life & times of one of Bristol’s most remarkable residents
Captain Newton Spaulding Manross was a remarkable man of his time: scholar, inventor, explorer, and Captain of Bristol’s volunteers at the Battle of Antietam.
Join City Historian Tom Dickau for a presentation of the life and times of this singularly accomplished and courageous figure in Bristol History!
RSVP at the library, bristollib.com, or by calling:
860.584.7787 x 3
No charge. Ages 18+
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/captain-newton-s-manross-from-forestville-to-antietam-tickets
Hosted By:
(860) 584.7787 x 3
Location:
5 High St. Bristol, CT 06010
Retirement of SGM Jimmie D. Smith
Retirement of SGM Jimmie D. Smith
Please Join Us In Celebrating The Retirement of SGM Jimmie D. Smith on Friday, June 6th, 2025, 1800-2200 hours Luna Banquet Hall 360 King St, Bristol CT 06010
Cost: $35 per person Buffet style Dinner, Beer & Wine included
“RSVP by 27 May 2025 to Jimmie Smith via Venmo @Jimmie-Smth-28 (860)-329-1210
Attire: Civilian (casual)
Presented By:
(860) 384-5626
Location:
360 King St, Bristol CT 06010
American Legion Post 112 Auxiliary Yard Sale
American Legion Post 112 Auxiliary Yard Sale
Saturday, June 7
8am – 1 pm
Table/Space Rental $20 – must sign up ahead of time with bartender -set up to begin at 6:30 am – no drop off night before
If weather an issue, we will reschedule to a future date
It’s a great time to clean out the closets, attics and basements – what you don’t want could be someone’s treasure
Hosted By:
American Legion Post 112 Auxiliary
(860) 848-1393
Location:
89 Pink Row,
Uncasville, CT 06382
Escort The Global War On Terror Fallen Memorial Wall
Escort The Global War On Terror Fallen Memorial Wall
On Sunday June 15th From Sherwood Island State Park (Westport, CT Exit-18) To The Green Across From Greenfield Hill Congregational Church.
Note Park will be open so arrive early, Let the gate staff know you’re part of the escort. Follow signs to the staging area. Staging is expected to occur at 11am.
Contact: Russell Edgett (475-225-9694)
Hosted By: FREEDOM ISN’T FREE RIDE FOUNDATION®
Location:
From Sherwood Island State Park (Westport, CT Exit-18) To The Green Across from
Greenfield Hill Congregational Church.
1045 Old Academy Rd,
Fairfield, CT 06824
The Global War On Terror Fallen Memorial Wall
The Global War On Terror Fallen Memorial Wall
16th June at 6:30pm Short Opening Ceremony
29th June 1:00pm. Closing Ceremony
Will be in Fairfield From Sunday June 15th to June 29th.
See The Sacrifice, Find Loved Ones and Remember.
Every Fallen Service Member’s Dog Tag Is in the Wall.
A Poignant Tribute To Those Who Made The Ultimate Sacrifice.
WE DON’T KNOW THEM ALL BUT WE OWE THEM ALL
Sponsored By: FREEDOM ISN’T FREE RIDE FOUNDATION®
Location:
On The Green At
Greenfield Hill Congregational Church.
1045 Old Academy Rd,
Fairfield, CT 06824
Tie-dyed Dance Party Fundraiser
Tie-dyed Dance Party Fundraiser
July 12th 6pm to 10pm
Fundraiser to benefit CVMA CT 31-1
$45 per person
- Enjoy Chef Paul’s famous buffet
- Awards for the Best costume
- Best Wooly Bully dance
Featuring
For tickets contact:
John Paolillo at 203.376.2636
Hosted By: Westbrook Elks Lodge #1784 (860) 399-9191
Location:
Westbrook Elks Lodge #1784
142 Seaside Ave,
Westbrook, CT 06498
Step Up For The Brave 2025
Step Up For The Brave 2025
Mark Your Calendars & Save the Date!
Join Homes for the Brave for the 11th Annual Step Up for the Brave! On August 16, take on a 90-minute Stair Climb or Walking Challenge indoors at Sacred Heart University’s Martire Family Arena. All participants receive a dri-fit event shirt with registration. Prefer virtual? Track your steps online August 11–15 for a chance to win prizes. Every step you take helps provide housing, support, and hope to Veterans experiencing homelessness. Stay tuned for details!
Presented By:
(203) 338-0669
Location:
Sacred Heart University’s Martire Family Arena
3135 Easton Turnpike, Fairfield, CT 06825
